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The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially kicked off, marking the first edition hosted across three nations — Mexico, Canada and the US — from 12 June to 20 July
For the past 20 years, Malaysian football fans have largely relied on Astro for their World Cup fix.
However, with only Unifi TV and RTM confirmed as the official broadcasters, many are wondering how to catch the action this time around.
If you're looking to stream all 104 matches on your smartphone, tablet, computer, or Smart TV, we've got you covered.
Here is your ultimate guide to watching the 2026 World Cup in Malaysia for free and live.
There are five main platforms to choose from: Unifi TV, RTM (Free-to-air TV), RTM Klik, MyTV, and MyGOV
As the main broadcaster, Unifi TV will stream all 104 matches live in full HD with additional features. However, both subscribers and non-subscribers will need to pay for a season pass.
Meanwhile, RTM will broadcast a massive portion of the tournament both live and delayed. It will also offer match highlights and catch-up streams for those late-night games you missed while sleeping or working.
You can stream the matches on Android, iOS, iPadOS, and HarmonyOS.
For Smart TVs, app compatibility varies across Android TV, Google TV, Samsung Tizen OS, and LG WebOS.
If you're planning to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 on your smartphone or tablet, these are the apps you need to get
Unifi TV
Google Play Store
Apple App Store
Huawei AppGallery
Smart TV support: Android TV, Google TV, Samsung Tizen OS, and LG WebOS.
RTM Klik
Google Play Store
Apple App Store
Huawei AppGallery
Smart TV support: Android TV and Google TV only.
MyTV
Google Play Store
Apple App Store
Huawei AppGallery
Smart TV support: Android TV and Google TV only.
MyGOV
Google Play Store
Apple App Store
Huawei AppGallery
Smart TV support: Not supported.
If you already have the apps above installed, make sure to update them to the latest version.
You can also watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches through popular browsers like Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox on your desktop or laptop using these official links:
Unifi TV requires you to register and pay to enjoy a guaranteed, seamless, high-definition FIFA World Cup 2026 streaming experience without any interruptions.
For RTM Klik and MyTV, you can immediately start watching the matches after clicking the links without registration and for free.
Here are all the channels to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and how much they cost
| Platform | Available Channels | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unifi TV | Unifi FIFA World Cup 2026 1, 2, & 3 |
|
| RTM (Free TV) | TV1, TV2, Okey, Sukan+ | Free |
| RTM Klik | TV1, TV2, Okey, Sukan+, FIFA WC 1 | Free |
| MyTV | TV1, TV2, Okey (Channel 110), Sukan+ (Channel 111) | Free |
| MyGOV | In-app link redirecting to RTM Klik | Free (Requires a MyDigitalID account) |
What are the advantages and disadvantages of watching the FIFA World Cup 2026 matches on the paid and free platforms?
When Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil initially announced the broadcasting rights last month, he noted that RTM would only show selected matches. However, RTM's latest updated FAQ now suggests expanded coverage, with all 104 matches listed across its platforms in some form of live or delayed broadcast.
For viewers on a budget, free platforms like RTM Klik and MyTV offer the chance to watch all the matches without paying a single cent. However, these platforms have not been stress-tested at scale for millions of concurrent viewers, which may affect performance during high-demand matches.
Unifi TV, on the other hand, has a proven track record of handling high-traffic live sports events. So if you want a guaranteed, seamless, high-definition streaming experience without any interruptions, shelling out RM50 to RM60 for the Unifi TV Season Pass is a reliable choice.
Most matches will kick off between midnight and noon for Malaysian fans. Here's the FIFA World Cup schedule in Malaysian time.
Regardless of which platform you choose, enjoy the World Cup 2026!
