All 104 Matches on Now TV
PCCW says Now TV will broadcast all 104 World Cup 2026 matches live through its paid platforms.
PCCW is the confirmed Hong Kong rights holder for the FIFA World Cup 2026, and the practical viewing routes are already public. PCCW's official press release says Now TV and ViuTV have secured the exclusive broadcasting rights for Hong Kong.
The split is clear. Now TV will show all 104 matches live on its paid platforms, with 4K coverage available, while ViuTV will carry selected matches live for free, including the opening match and the final.
Region served: Hong Kong
Rights status: PCCW exclusive rights confirmed
Access: Now TV paid full coverage, ViuTV selected free matches
Selected ViuTV Matches
ViuTV is scheduled to air selected matches live for free, including the opening match and the final.
Event Pass Published
PCCW's current release says eligible customers can buy the World Cup 2026 Event Pass at HK$380 during the early-bird period, with a regular retail price of HK$980.
What is PCCW and Where is it Available
PCCW is the parent group behind Hong Kong's major sports and television platforms, and in World Cup 2026 terms the consumer-facing routes are Now TV and ViuTV.
That matters because the page is not just about a corporate rights name. PCCW's own release already explains how the tournament will actually be watched in Hong Kong: full live coverage on Now TV, free selected matches on ViuTV, and 4K availability on the paid side.
For the country version of the topic, open the How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in Hong Kong guide too.
Does PCCW Have FIFA World Cup 2026 Rights
Yes. PCCW's official press release says Now TV and ViuTV have secured the exclusive broadcasting rights for the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Hong Kong.
The same release says Now TV will broadcast all 104 matches live through its paid platforms, while ViuTV will show selected matches live for free, including the opening match and the final.
How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on PCCW - Step by Step
Step 1: Decide whether you want the full tournament or only free selected matches
Now TV is the route for all 104 matches, while ViuTV is the free route for selected matches only.
Step 2: Use Now TV if you want every live match
PCCW says all 104 matches will be live on Now TV's paid platforms, with 4K coverage available.
Step 3: Use ViuTV if you only need selected live matches for free
The official release says ViuTV will air selected matches live for free, including the opening match and the final.
Step 4: Check whether you qualify for the current Event Pass offer
PCCW's release says designated Now TV, csl, 1O1O, NETVIGATOR, HKT Home Phone and Club Sim customers can subscribe during the early-bird period at HK$380, compared with the regular retail price of HK$980.
Step 5: Confirm your device route before kickoff
Now TV's official service pages point viewers to Now Apps, browser and mobile compatibility details, plus the H1 smart-box environment for home viewing.
Is PCCW Free or Paid for World Cup 2026
Free Access
Yes, in part. PCCW says ViuTV will air selected World Cup 2026 matches live for free, including the opening match and the final.
Paid or Subscription Access
Yes. PCCW says Now TV will carry all 104 matches on its paid platforms. The current official release also lists an early-bird World Cup 2026 Event Pass price of HK$380 for designated customers until 24 April 2026, with a regular retail price of HK$980.
PCCW World Cup 2026 Coverage - Matches and Rounds
| Coverage Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Matches Covered | 104 on Now TV; selected matches on ViuTV |
| Rounds Covered | Full tournament on Now TV, including opening match and final; ViuTV selected live matches |
| Language(s) | Yet to be confirmed publicly |
| Commentary Options | Yet to be confirmed |
| Highlights Available | Yet to be confirmed |
How to Stream FIFA World Cup 2026 on PCCW Without Cable
PCCW's World Cup setup can still work without a traditional cable subscription because Now TV's own service guide points viewers to Now Apps and browser-based compatibility routes, while the wider Now environment includes the H1 smart-box ecosystem.
The key difference is simple: if you want every match, you should plan around the paid Now TV route. If you only want selected matches, ViuTV gives you a free option for key fixtures.
PCCW setup for Hong Kong
- PCCW says Now TV has all 104 matches live.
- ViuTV will show selected matches live for free.
- 4K is available on the Now TV side.
- The Event Pass price and eligibility are already published.
What is already confirmed
PCCW says Now TV and ViuTV have the exclusive Hong Kong rights for World Cup 2026, with all 104 matches live on Now TV, selected free matches on ViuTV, and an early-bird Event Pass price of HK$380 for eligible customers until 24 April 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule - Key Dates
| Stage | Dates |
|---|---|
| Group Stage | June 11 - June 27, 2026 |
| Round of 32 | June 28 - July 3, 2026 |
| Round of 16 | July 4 - July 7, 2026 |
| Quarter-Finals | July 9 - July 11, 2026 |
| Semi-Finals | July 14 - July 15, 2026 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 |
These are FIFA's key tournament dates. Hong Kong viewers should still check official Now TV and ViuTV schedules for exact kickoff times and the final free-match list.
For stage-specific match lists, use the Group Stage, Round of 32, and Round of 16 schedule pages.
Tips for Watching World Cup 2026 on PCCW
Do not mix up Now TV and ViuTV
Now TV is the full paid tournament route, while ViuTV is only the selected free-match route.
Sort your Event Pass before the early-bird deadline
If the current offer applies to you, that price gap versus the regular rate is significant.
Check your app or home-box setup early
Now TV already has app and H1 ecosystem support, but it is still worth testing your preferred screen before tournament week.
Use the official schedule, not assumptions
The free ViuTV match list is only partly described so far, so the final daily grid still matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. PCCW says Now TV and ViuTV have secured the exclusive rights for World Cup 2026 in Hong Kong.
Use Now TV for all 104 live matches on the paid side, or ViuTV for selected free live matches.
Both, depending on the route. Now TV is the paid full-tournament option, while ViuTV is the free selected-match option.
PCCW's current release says eligible customers can get the Event Pass for HK$380 during the early-bird period, with a regular retail price of HK$980.
PCCW says all 104 matches will be live on Now TV, while ViuTV will carry selected live matches.
Conclusion
PCCW is a strong World Cup 2026 broadcaster case because the rights position, the paid-versus-free split, and even the current Event Pass pricing are already public.
If you want the full tournament in Hong Kong, plan around Now TV early. If you only need key matches, track ViuTV's free schedule once the final match list is published.