Watch AFCON 2026 Live Stream

Your complete guide to watching the Africa Cup of Nations live. Find AFCON streaming options, TV broadcasters, and online viewing guides for every region. Whether you're in Africa, Europe, Americas, or Asia, discover how to watch AFCON 2026 matches live from anywhere in the world.

How to Watch AFCON Live

AFCON 2026 will be broadcast globally through official rights holders. To watch AFCON matches live, identify your region's official broadcaster, subscribe to their streaming service or cable package, and tune in for live coverage. Many broadcasters offer both linear TV channels and online streaming options for AFCON matches.

Always use official AFCON broadcasters to support African football and ensure high-quality, reliable coverage. Unauthorized streams may be poor quality, unreliable, and illegal. Our AFCON TV schedule page provides detailed broadcast times for all matches.

AFCON Broadcasters by Region

Africa

Sub-Saharan Africa

SuperSport - South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana
Canal+ - French-speaking Africa
BeIN Sports - North Africa (Maghreb region)
StarTimes - Multiple African territories
Azewa - Select African countries

North Africa

BeIN Sports - Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco
ESS - Egypt (state broadcaster)
ENTV - Algeria
SNRT - Morocco
Watania - Tunisia

Europe

UK: Sky Sports, BBC (selected matches)
France: beIN Sports, Canal+
Germany: DAZN, Sport1
Italy: Sky Sport Italia
Spain: beIN Sports España, Movistar+
Portugal: Sport TV Portugal
Netherlands: Ziggo Sport
Turkey: beIN Sports Turkey, Exxen
Eastern Europe: Various local broadcasters
Nordics: Viaplay, TV3 Denmark

Americas

North America

beIN Sports - USA, Canada
Fox Sports - USA (selected matches)
ESPN+ - USA (streaming)
TSN - Canada

Latin America

ESPN - Brazil, Central America
DirectTV Sports - South America
Telecine - Brazil
TyC Sports - Argentina

Asia & Oceania

Middle East: beIN Sports
India: Sony Ten, JioCinema
Southeast Asia: beIN Sports, SPOTV
China: CCTV, iQIYI
Japan: DAZN Japan
Korea: SPOTV
Australia: beIN Sports, Stan Sport
New Zealand: beIN Sports, Sky Sport

AFCON Streaming Platforms

Many AFCON broadcasters offer dedicated streaming platforms for watching matches online, on mobile devices, and through smart TV apps. Here are some popular streaming options for AFCON 2026 coverage.

SuperSport

Premier African sports broadcaster offering extensive AFCON coverage across multiple channels and streaming platforms.

• DStv/Showmax Pro
• SuperSport App
• Web streaming

beIN Sports

Global sports network with AFCON rights in multiple regions including Europe, Middle East, and North America.

• beIN CONNECT
• beIN Sports app
• Cable providers

DAZN

Leading sports streaming service available in numerous countries with live and on-demand AFCON coverage.

• DAZN app
• Smart TV apps
• Web platform

Free AFCON Streaming Options

Free-to-Air AFCON Coverage

Some regions offer free AFCON coverage through public service broadcasters:

• France: France Télévisions (selected matches)
• UK: BBC (selected matches on free-to-air TV)
• Host Country: National broadcaster usually shows all host nation matches
• Participating Nations: Many national broadcasters show their country's matches

AFCON Match Times & Timezones

AFCON 2026 matches will be scheduled in local host country time. Convert match times to your timezone using our fixtures page to ensure you don't miss kick-off. Most AFCON matches occur in the evening local time, corresponding to afternoons or evenings in Europe and mornings in the Americas.

Region	Typical Kick-off Time	Timezone Difference
Host Country (Local)	17:00 - 21:00	GMT/UTC+0 to +3
Western Europe (UK, Portugal)	16:00 - 20:00	GMT/UTC
Central Europe (France, Germany)	17:00 - 21:00	GMT+1
Eastern Europe	18:00 - 22:00	GMT+2
East Africa	19:00 - 23:00	GMT+3
West Africa	16:00 - 20:00	GMT+0/+1
US East Coast	11:00 - 15:00	GMT-5
US West Coast	08:00 - 12:00	GMT-8
India	21:30 - 01:30 (+1)	GMT+5:30

Watching AFCON On-Demand

Can't watch AFCON matches live? Many broadcasters offer on-demand replays and highlights. Check your streaming platform's library for full match replays, extended highlights, and match recap shows. Our AFCON highlights page also features match clips and key moments.

Full Match Replays

• Available 1-2 hours after final whistle
• Full 90+ minute matches
• Commercial-free options available
• Multi-language commentary
• Available for 30-90 days

Match Highlights

• 5-10 minute condensed highlights
• All goals and key moments
• Available shortly after matches
• Social media clips
• Daily recap shows

Our Take on Watching AFCON Live

Watching AFCON live offers the best way to experience the passion, drama, and excitement of African football's premier tournament. Whether you're streaming online or watching on traditional TV, official broadcasters provide the highest quality coverage with expert commentary, analysis, and pre-match build-up that enhances the viewing experience.

The Africa Cup of Nations has never been more accessible to global audiences. With multiple streaming platforms, mobile apps, and broadcast options available, fans can follow AFCON from anywhere. Our comprehensive streaming guide ensures you find the best way to watch AFCON 2026 in your region, with options for every budget and viewing preference.

As the tournament approaches, check our TV schedule for exact match times and broadcast details. Whether you're cheering for your home nation or enjoying as a neutral fan, watching AFCON live connects you to millions of passionate supporters across Africa and around the world.