Hong Kong

How to watch the World Cup 2026 in Hong Kong

PCCW Group has confirmed exclusive Hong Kong rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with Now TV carrying every match for subscribers and ViuTV broadcasting selected matches free-to-air. This page only summarizes information from PCCW's official announcement.

Rights holder PCCW (Now TV / ViuTV)
Cantonese commentary Now TV and ViuTV carry local Cantonese feeds
Free-to-air matches ViuTV plans to broadcast selected matches free

Authorized platforms

PCCW's February 2026 announcement makes it explicit: Now TV is the paid main route for the tournament, while ViuTV's free digital channel carries selected matches and feature programming. Which fixtures are free-to-air is set by ViuTV's published schedule.

Now TV pairs with the Now E digital app for mobile and desktop streaming; ViuTV combines its terrestrial channel with on-demand reach via Viu.

Authorized Hong Kong viewing routes
Language / scopeMain routeBest for
Cantonese · all matchesNow TV, Now ESubscribers who want every fixture with Cantonese commentary
Cantonese · free matchesViuTV, ViuNon-subscribers who'll accept a curated selection
English / international feedCarried by Now TV (specific channels per platform notice)Fans who prefer English commentary

How to choose in Hong Kong / Macau

If you plan to follow every group-stage match through to the final, subscribing to Now TV's tournament package is the cleanest path — knockout matches and high-interest fixtures will all run live on Now TV.

If you only need a handful of marquee matches, watch for ViuTV's free-to-air list. Macau viewers should confirm their local digital reception supports ViuTV before kick-off.

  • Now TV and Now E offer monthly or tournament packages — pricing typically lands before kick-off
  • ViuTV is free but limited; check whether the final is included in their free slate
  • Bars and public viewing venues should use an authorized signal, not aggregator links