| Service | Type | Cost | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| ITV / ITVX ↗ | Free | £0 (with ads) | ITV holds rights to two of England's three group matches — England vs Croatia (June 17, Dallas) and England vs Panama (June 27, New York). Also airs Scotland vs Morocco (June 19) and 29 group-stage matches total. Stream free with ads via ITVX on iOS, Android, Smart TVs and web. TV licence required for live viewing. Ad-free via ITVX Premium at £5.99/month. |
| BBC / BBC iPlayer ↗ | Free | £0 (TV licence required) | BBC airs England vs Ghana (June 23, Boston) plus England's Round of 32, Round of 16 and Semi-Final if they progress. Also covers Scotland's group matches vs Haiti (June 14) and vs Brazil (June 24). Stream free via BBC iPlayer on any device. UK TV licence required for live viewing. Includes full match replays and highlights. |
| ITVX Premium ↗ | Paid | £5.99/month | Ad-free version of ITVX. Same England and World Cup coverage as the free tier but without ad breaks during matches. Also unlocks 7,000+ hours of on-demand content. Available on iOS, Android, Smart TVs and web. The best option for uninterrupted England match viewing. |
Took over from Gareth Southgate after Euro 2024. A younger tactical profile focused on an energetic, high-pressing game — has worked closely with England's elite young talent through the Under-21 set-up and brings a modern, direct approach that suits the squad's strengths. Inherits arguably England's most talented generation ever.[5]
Real Madrid's complete midfield superstar — goals, assists, leadership and extraordinary big-game performances that transcend his age. Arguably the world's best all-round midfielder and England's single most important player at this tournament.
England's all-time leading scorer — clinical, intelligent and deeply reliable at the highest level. Consistently one of the Bundesliga's top scorers at Bayern Munich. The tournament's most complete number nine and the focal point of England's attacking play.
Manchester City's most technically gifted English player — elegant, creative and capable of producing moments of individual brilliance that change a game entirely. Brings the flair and unpredictability England need to unlock the best defences.
Versatile, direct right winger at Arsenal — one of the most consistent performers in European football. Always dangerous, always hard-working and an exceptional ball-carrier who has been England's most reliable attacking outlet.
Powerful, complete and modern defensive midfielder at Arsenal. The engine of England's midfield — able to win the ball, drive forward, protect the defence and contribute both phases at the very highest level.
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