Which languages will FIFA World Cup 2026 be available in India?
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FIFA has finally struck a deal for broadcasting rights with India for the World Cup 2026.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will begin on June 11 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City with the opening football match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa. The final will take place in MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19.
For the first time in its history, 48 teams will compete in the FIFA World Cup. It is the 23rd edition of the quadrennial men’s football showcase competition. The number of teams has increased from 32 in the last tournament.
Canada, Mexico, and the United States will co-host the competition, which will feature 104 games spread over 16 locations in North America.
In India, the FIFA World Cup 2026 will be televised and available for live streaming.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 football games will be televised and streamed live on the Zee5 platform and app in India. It will require a subscription.
During this year’s World Cup, Indian football fans can also anticipate seeing a few players of Indian descent play. Those are Qatar’s Niall Mason and Tahsin Mohammed Jamshid and New Zealand’s star Sarpreet Singh.
Also read: ZEE reveals FIFA World Cup 2026 subscription prices for fans in India
Which languages will the FIFA World Cup 2026 be available in India?
In India, the 2026 edition of the competition will be accessible in four languages: Bengali, Malayalam, Hindi, and English.
Zee Entertainment’s recently established Unite8 Sports television network and their digital platform, Zee5, will provide the multilingual broadcast and streaming coverage.
The Unite8 Sports channel networks will broadcast all 104 games. Hindi commentary will be available on Unite8 Sports 1/1 HD. Meanwhile, English commentary will be available on Unite8 Sports 2/2 HD, along with extra regional language audio tracks or broadcasts in Bengali and Malayalam.
Which languages will the FIFA WC 2026 be available in India?
FIFA World Cup 2026 will be accessible in four languages: Bengali, Malayalam, Hindi, and English in India.
Where can Indians live-stream the game?
Zee5 platform and app.
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After earning a bachelor's degree in mass media, Rajarshi began his career as a sports writer in 2019, driven by his passion for sports journalism. He has been working in the field for over six years. A devoted fan of Lionel Messi and Barcelona, Rajarshi has been involved in sports since childhood. Before turning his focus to journalism, he even represented his college at the state level. Along with covering football, he enjoys playing the game, watching movies, and experimenting with new recipes in his spare time, as cooking is one of his favorite hobbies.