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The BBC has thanked 42.8 million UK viewers who tuned into its World Cup coverage, with 237 million streams on iPlayer and the BBC Sport app. The tournament saw record iPlayer usage and 1.7 billion page views on the BBC Sport website and app.
Spain's World Cup final victory over Argentina attracted a peak audience of 15.8 million on BBC One and iPlayer. The BBC reported a 64% viewing share and 237 million total streams across the tournament, double the 2022 World Cup.
The BBC has released a closing montage of its coverage of the 2026 Fifa World Cup, capturing the highs, lows and colour of the tournament.
A peak audience of 16.3 million viewers watched England's dramatic 2-1 victory over DR Congo on BBC TV, with 10.4 million additional streams online. The match was the most-watched BBC moment of the year. England will face Mexico in the last 16 on Monday at 01:00 BST.
BBC Sport and the Sidemen will co-host a World Cup watchalong for Germany vs. Ecuador on YouTube and BBC iPlayer. The event features pre-match build-up and commentary from four Sidemen members, available to UK viewers only.
The BBC has introduced a 3D Live Match Experience for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, offering UK viewers immersive options like first-person player views and tactical match views. Powered by FIFA data and Immersiv.io technology, it is a first for the UK and available exclusively via BBC Sport.
Former Tottenham midfielder Rafael van der Vaart has apologised after saying Japan players 'all look alike' during a World Cup match. The remark, made while working as a pundit for NOS TV, drew criticism from anti-discrimination charity Kick It Out.
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains how to watch match highlights and full match replays during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including broadcast details and streaming options.
UK fans can now catch up on World Cup matches without spoilers, thanks to a new service that offers spoiler-free highlights and updates. This guide explains how to avoid match results while staying informed.
BBC Sport introduces new features to help fans follow Scotland's first men's World Cup since 1998, including personalized updates and enhanced match coverage.
