South Korea
How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in South Korea
In South Korea, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is available on KBS2, MBC, SBS and Coupang Play. KBS2 and MBC and SBS stream matches at no cost, though they are geo-restricted and require a VPN outside South Korea.
South Korea co-hosted the 2002 World Cup with Japan and produced one of the tournament's all-time great stories, reaching the semifinals as the first and only Asian team to achieve that feat. KBS, MBC, and SBS broadcast selected matches free over-the-air, maintaining public access to a tournament that holds deep cultural significance for Korean fans.
Streaming Options Compared
| Service | Price |
|---|---|
| KBS2 | Free |
| MBC | Free |
| SBS | Free |
| Coupang Play | Paid |
Your Streaming Options
KBS2
FREEFree Korean public broadcaster. KBS broadcasts selected World Cup matches over-the-air. KBS+ streaming is geo-restricted outside South Korea.
MBC
FREEFree Korean commercial broadcaster. MBC co-broadcasts selected World Cup matches. iMBC streaming is geo-restricted outside South Korea.
SBS
FREEFree Korean commercial broadcaster. SBS broadcasts selected World Cup matches. SBS On is geo-restricted outside South Korea.
Coupang Play
PAIDSubscription from 4,990 KRW/month. All 104 matches available. Available on iOS, Android, and web for Korean residents.
Did You Know?
South Korea's 2002 run included penalty shootout victories over Spain and Italy in the knockout rounds. Their dramatic 3-2 extra-time win over Portugal in the group stage to advance, combined with the USA result on the same day, remains the most thrilling finish in World Cup group history.