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How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw Live Online Without Cable

With performances from Nicole Scherzinger, Andrea Bocelli, Village People and Robbie Williams, the team matchup selection ceremony airs on Dec. 5.

By Rudie Obias

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On Friday, Dec. 5, the 2026 World Cup Draw — which is hosted by Heidi Klum, Kevin Hart and Danny Ramirez — takes place at John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C., starting at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT.

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Additionally, the TV special features live performances from Nicole Scherzinger, Andrea Bocelli, Village People and Robbie Williams. Learn more about the national team matchup selection ceremony here.

Watch 2026 World Cup Draw, at a Glance:

Date & Time: Friday, Dec. 5 at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT
Network: FOX
Stream: DirecTV, Sling, FuboTV, Hulu + Live TV

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The easiest way for you to watch the draw and live matches on FOX is through its cable channel, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t more affordable streaming options for those who have recently cut the cord.

Opting for streaming packages may eliminate expensive cable bills, but it does come with some challenges like trying to livestream. Live TV streamers can eliminate the issue by giving access to FOX. Keep reading to learn more.

How to Watch 2026 World Cup Draw Online Without Cable for Free

There are a few live TV streamers has FOX, so you can catch the World Cup Draw for little to no money. Below, ShopBillboard put together a few live TV streaming options with free trials and promos that’ll let you watch FOX without cable.

DirecTV

Get Five-Day Free Trial

With prices starting at $84.99 for the first month ($94.99 per month afterwards), you can score a five-day free trial through DirecTV when you sign up. Subscribing lets you watch FOX online, while every streaming package also includes FS1, FS2 and FOX Deportes, as well as dozens upon dozens of other channels. Other perks you’ll be able to enjoy include unlimited DVR storage, local channels and the ability to stream on as many smart devices as you want.

Sling TV

Get Sling Blue

Sling TV is another affordable option that’ll let you watch FOX online without cable. You can choose from the Blue or Orange + Blue packages, which gets you access to up to 70 channels, DVR storage and the ability to stream on up to three devices starting at $50.99 per month.

Please note: Pricing and channel availability depends on your local TV market. Learn more about Sling TV here.

FuboTV

Get Five-Day Free Trial

FuboTV will give new users a five-day free trial. With prices starting at $54.99 for the first month of service ($84.99 per month afterwards), each plan comes with FOX in 4K definition, FS1 and FS2, as well as FOX Soccer Plus and FOX Deportes. You’ll be able to watch nearly 250 channels with 1,000 hours of DVR and the option to stream on 10 devices at once.

When the free trial and promo is complete, you’ll be charged the regular price based on the package you choose at checkout.

Hulu

Hulu + Live TV

Get three-day free trial

Get the most content options including the option to watch FOX with Hulu + Live TV. Not only will you get more than 95 live TV channels, but access to the entire Hulu library including exclusive content, originals and programming from FX and ABC. Extra savings opportunity: Hulu + Live TV starts at $89.99 per month.

Hulu offers music programming and documentaries, such as Summer of Soul, It’s All Country, Road Diary: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band and others. It even livestreams of popular music festivals, like Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, iHeartRadio Festival, iHeartCountry Festival and Austin City Limits Music Fest.

As an added bonus, Hulu + Live TV is automatically bundled with Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited to give you even more exclusive content including live sports that you can only watch on ESPN.

With a start time of 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT, the 2026 World Cup Draw happens on Friday, Dec. 5 on FOX. Preshow starts at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m PT. Watch on DirecTV for free, below:

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How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup Draw Live Online Without Cable

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