How to Watch the FIFA Club World Cup on TV: Your Global Broadcast Guide
The FIFA Club World Cup, featuring the champions of each confederation's premier club competition, is a highly anticipated tournament that brings together the world's elite club teams. With the expanded format for 2025 set to showcase even more global footballing talent, knowing how to catch all the action live is crucial for fans worldwide.
Here's a comprehensive guide on where to watch the FIFA Club World Cup on TV and via streaming platforms, with a focus on key regions:
The Global Broadcast Home: DAZN
In a landmark deal, DAZN has secured the global broadcasting rights for the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. This means that, in most territories where DAZN operates, you can watch all 63 matches live and free to view simply by registering for a free DAZN account with an email address. This offers unprecedented access to the tournament for football fans around the world.
DAZN is available on a wide range of devices, including smart TVs, smartphones, tablets, game consoles, and web browsers, making it easy to tune in from almost anywhere.
Watching in the UK
For fans in the United Kingdom, there's excellent news for free-to-air coverage:
- Channel 5: In a sub-licensing agreement with DAZN, Channel 5 will broadcast 23 matches live and free-to-air. This includes 15 group stage matches, four round-of-16 ties, two quarter-finals, one semi-final, and the final itself. Coverage will be available on the main Channel 5, as well as potentially 5USA and 5ACTION, and via the My5 streaming service.
- DAZN: As the primary global rights holder, DAZN will stream all 63 matches live and free to view in the UK, accessible by signing up for a free account.
This dual approach ensures that UK viewers have multiple avenues to enjoy the tournament, from major free-to-air fixtures to every single game available through DAZN.
Watching in the United States
Football fans in the USA have a comprehensive set of options to catch the FIFA Club World Cup:
- DAZN: All 63 matches will be available to stream live and free on DAZN by registering for a free account.
- TNT Sports (TNT, TBS, truTV): As part of a partnership with DAZN, TNT Sports networks will televise 24 matches in English. These channels are typically available through cable TV subscriptions and live TV streaming services such as Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV Stream, Sling TV, and Max (which includes TNT and TBS content).
- TelevisaUnivision (Univision, UniMas, TUDN): For Spanish-language coverage, TelevisaUnivision will broadcast matches. These channels are also available through various cable and streaming packages.
This extensive coverage ensures that US viewers can follow their favorite clubs through a mix of free streaming, cable, and live TV streaming options.
Other Key International Broadcasters
While DAZN provides global free access, various local broadcasters have also secured rights in specific territories to enhance coverage:
- Australia: Fox Sports/Kayo Sports will show all matches.
- Argentina: Telefe will show 21 matches.
- Brazil: CazéTV/Grupo Globo will broadcast all matches.
- Canada: Likely DAZN, given its strong presence for football.
- France: TF1 will show Paris Saint-Germain's debut match and the final.
- Germany: ProSiebenSat.1 will show matches involving German teams.
- Italy: Mediaset will show one match per day.
- South America (excluding Brazil and Bolivia): DSports/Disney+ will show all matches or specific team matches.
This highlights FIFA's strategy to maximize viewership through a combination of global free streaming and strategic partnerships with regional broadcasters.
How to Stay Up-to-Date on Fixtures and Kick-Off Times
Given the tournament's global nature and the time differences involved, it's essential to stay informed about specific match schedules.
- Official FIFA Website: The most reliable source for the complete fixture list, kick-off times (in various time zones), and results.
- DAZN Platform: The DAZN app and website will have the full schedule and direct links to live streams.
- Local Sports News Outlets: Check the websites of major sports broadcasters and news agencies in your region for localized schedules.
- Club Websites and Social Media: Follow your favourite club's official channels for their specific match details.
The FIFA Club World Cup 2025 promises to be a thrilling spectacle of club football, and with the widespread availability through DAZN and its broadcast partners, fans globally will have unprecedented access to every moment of the action. Prepare to witness history as the world's best club teams battle it out for ultimate glory!
