Portuguese Broadcasters RTP, SIC and TVI Secure Free-to-Air Rights for 20 2026 World Cup Matches

RTP, SIC and TVI announced a joint agreement with FIFA to broadcast twenty matches of the 2026 World Cup on free‑to‑air television in Portugal. The package includes every match involving the Portuguese national team, the tournament opener, both semi‑finals and the final, as well as a selection of other key fixtures across all stages.

The partnership is described as unprecedented for Portuguese free‑to‑air broadcasters, allowing the three channels to share the high costs of production and licensing while guaranteeing the public can watch the event without a subscription. The agreement is presented as a public‑interest initiative and a robust solution for the advertising market, combining wide audience reach with reduced individual expense.