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How to Watch Every Match of the 2026 World Cup in Kenya: TV and Streaming Options

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, bringing together 48 teams, including 10 from Africa, for a record-setting tournament hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Kenyan fans can catch the action live on television and streaming platforms.

The tournament's opening match features Mexico against South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, marking a repeat of the 2010 World Cup opener. This event will be available to watch free-to-air thanks to KBC, Kenya’s national broadcaster, which secured the rights just in time for the tournament. Besides KBC, pay-TV providers also offer access to all games.

TV Channels Broadcasting World Cup 2026 in Kenya

  • KBC: airing 34 matches free-to-air
  • Supersport via DSTV and GoTV, including their streaming apps
  • Azam
  • Sporty TV on YouTube, also showing 34 matches

Match Timings for Kenyan Viewers

The tournament taking place in North America means most matches will air late at night or early morning in Kenya. The first game starts at 10 pm East Africa Time (EAT), which is one of the earliest kick-offs. Other matches are scheduled as late as 1 am, 4 am, or even 6 am. The final on July 19 takes place at 10 pm EAT from New Jersey.

The World Cup 2026 will be held across 16 stadiums, with the United States hosting 11 venues, including Texas’ AT&T Stadium. The tournament final is set for MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.