Good news for Malaysian football fans: watching the 2026 international football tournament is free. RTM and Unifi TV have the official broadcasting rights, and RTMKlik — RTM's streaming platform — lets you stream all 104 matches at no cost on any device. The only question is whether your internet connection can keep up. That's where CelcomDigi comes in.
This guide covers exactly how to watch every match, which CelcomDigi internet pass to grab for unlimited streaming, how to set up RTMKlik, and what you need for the best viewing experience whether you're watching on your phone, tablet or TV at home.
📺 2026 Football Tournament — How to Watch in Malaysia
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Best free option
RTMKlik (FREE)
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Works on
Mobile, tablet, smart TV
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Data needed
~2–3GB per match (HD)
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CelcomDigi internet pass from
RM10 for 7 days
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Astro?
No rights this year
Where to watch the 2026 international football tournament in Malaysia
RTM and Unifi TV are the official 2026 international football tournament broadcasters in Malaysia. RTMKlik streams all 104 matches free on any internet connection — no subscription needed. Unifi TV offers a paid HD season pass. RTM also broadcasts on free-to-air TV (TV1, TV2, Sukan RTM, TV Okey). Astro does not hold the rights and will not be showing 2026 international football tournament matches.
This is a big change from previous tournaments, where Astro was the default home for the international football tournament in Malaysia. This year, RTM holds the broadcasting rights and is making most matches freely available through RTMKlik and its free-to-air channels. Here's the full breakdown:
| Platform |
Cost |
Matches covered |
Device |
Verdict |
| RTMKlik | FREE | All 104 matches | Mobile, tablet, laptop, smart TV | ⭐ Best free option |
RTM Free-to-Air
TV1, TV2, Sukan RTM, TV Okey | FREE | Most matches (not all) | TV with antenna or MyTV box | Good fallback — no data needed |
| Unifi TV | RM50–RM60 season pass
or RM20/day pass | All 104 matches, all live, HD | Unifi TV app, set-top box | Best HD option if on Unifi |
| Astro | N/A | ❌ No football tournament rights | Not available | ❌ Not showing 2026 tournament |
How to use RTMKlik to stream the international football tournament
RTMKlik is RTM's free streaming platform available at rtmklik.rtm.gov.my or via the RTMKlik app on Android and iOS. No paid subscription is needed — create a free account, log in, and stream. It works on any internet connection from any provider. CelcomDigi customers can grab a dedicated internet pass to stream on RTMKlik without touching their regular data quota.
Setting up RTMKlik is simple — here's exactly what to do:
📺 How to stream RTMKlik — step by step
1
Download the RTMKlik app
Available free on Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Or go to rtmklik.rtm.gov.my on any browser.
2
Create a free RTMKlik account
Register with your email address. It's completely free — no credit card or subscription needed.
3
Make sure your internet is fast enough
You need at least 5 Mbps for smooth HD streaming. For 1080p: 10 Mbps or more. CelcomDigi 5G delivers well above this.
4
Grab a CelcomDigi internet pass (optional but smart)
Subscribe to Unlimited Internet, sooka Daily or Sports Bundle — so streaming this football season doesn't eat into your main data quota.
5
Find the live match and stream
Look for the live sports section in RTMKlik. For big matches, it's usually front and centre on the home screen.
✓ Pro tip: Download the RTMKlik app and create your account before 11 June — don't leave it to the last minute on match night.
Which CelcomDigi internet pass should you get for this football season?
CelcomDigi has three internet passes for football season, all with RTMKlik included: the Unlimited Internet Pass (RM10 for 7 days, unlimited data with FUP 80GB, active 12AM–12PM daily), the sooka Daily Pass (RM11.90/day, sooka Sports and Entertainment access plus 15GB internet), and the Sports Bundle (RM59.90/month, sooka Premium plus Prime Video plus 100GB internet). All three work for Postpaid and Prepaid customers.
The platform is free — but streaming 90 minutes of HD football uses 2–3GB of data, sometimes more. Across a full group stage of two or three matches a week, that's 15–20GB per week of data just for the football. If you don't want to blow through your monthly data quota before the knockouts, one of CelcomDigi's three internet passes is the smart move.
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All 3 passes include RTMKlik
Stream every football match without touching your regular data quota
🌎 Unlimited Internet
RM10
for 7 days
✓ Unlimited data (FUP 80GB)
✓ Active 12AM – 12PM daily
✓ Valid for 7 days
✓ Postpaid & Prepaid
✗ No hotspot tethering
📺 RTMKlik included
Best for: Fans watching late-night matches on their phone without wanting to worry about data running out mid-match.
⭐ Most popular
🎬 sooka Daily
RM11.90
per day
✓ sooka Sports & Entertainment 24hrs
✓ Extra 15GB internet included
✓ Mobile, tablet & laptop
✓ Postpaid & Prepaid
📺 RTMKlik included
Best for: Fans who want to watch a specific big match — buy it on the day, get 24hrs of sooka sports access plus 15GB to stream freely.
🏆 Sports Bundle
RM59.90
per month (auto-renew)
✓ sooka Premium access
✓ Prime Video (bonus)
✓ Extra 100GB 5G/4G internet
✓ Postpaid & Prepaid
📺 RTMKlik included
Best for: The committed fan watching multiple matches a week. 100GB extra data + sooka Premium + Prime Video covers the entire tournament and then some.
📱 Three ways to subscribe
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CelcomDigi app
Download from App Store or Play Store
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Dial *100#
USSD shortcode from your CelcomDigi line
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celcomdigi.com/football
Browse all football season deals online
How much data do you need to stream the international football tournament?
A 90-minute football match in HD (720p) uses approximately 2–3GB of data. At 1080p, expect 4–5GB per match. Over 39 days with roughly 3 matches a day, heavy viewers could use 100GB or more for the tournament. CelcomDigi's Sports Bundle includes 100GB extra internet — enough to stream the entire tournament without blowing your main quota.
Here's a practical data usage guide so you can plan which pass makes sense for your viewing style:
📶 How much data does streaming football use?
1 match (SD)
Standard definition stream
~1GB
1 match (HD 720p)
Recommended for phones
~2–3GB
1 match (Full HD)
1080p on tablet or TV
~4–5GB
3 matches/week (HD)
Casual football fan
~6–9GB/week
Full tournament (HD)
Die-hard — watching everything
80–100GB+
💡 Verdict: The Sports Bundle (100GB extra + RTMKlik) is the only option that comfortably covers the full tournament for heavy viewers.
What's the best setup for watching at home on your TV?
For the best home viewing experience, connect RTMKlik to your smart TV via Chromecast, Apple TV, or the built-in RTMKlik app on Android TV. Alternatively, mirror your phone screen using your TV's screen mirroring feature. A CelcomDigi Home Fibre connection ensures smooth, buffer-free streaming even at 1080p on a large screen.
Watching on your phone is convenient for late-night matches, but for the big knockouts and the final, you want the full TV experience. Here are your options:
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Smart TV (Android TV)
EASIEST
Search for RTMKlik in the Google Play Store on your Android TV and install directly. Log in with your RTMKlik account and you're watching on the big screen.
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Chromecast / Google TV
GREAT OPTION
Stream RTMKlik from your phone and cast it to your TV using the Cast button. Works on any TV with HDMI. Picture quality follows your internet speed.
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Screen Mirror
WORKS IN A PINCH
Use your phone's screen mirroring / Smart View feature to cast to a Samsung or LG TV. No extra device needed, though quality may vary.
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CelcomDigi Home Fibre
BEST EXPERIENCE
For the clearest, most buffer-free football on a big screen, a CelcomDigi home fibre connection is the foundation. No data limits, whole house covered.
🕳️ How are you watching the football tournament?
Vote below — we'll show results after you pick!
📱 Phone/tablet on RTMKlik — wherever I am38%
🏠 Big screen at home — TV setup29%
🍴 Mamak or sports bar — with the crowd22%
👥 Mix — home for group stage, out for knockouts11%
Frequently asked questions
RTMKlik is free and works on any internet connection. Astro does not carry 2026 international football tournament. The best CelcomDigi internet pass for casual fans is the sooka Daily at RM11.90/day; for the full tournament, the Sports Bundle at RM59.90/month with 100GB extra data covers everything. On Spark eSIM: Spark Bola passes at RM18 and RM28 (7 days each) include unlimited RTMKlik.
Is RTMKlik free to use?+
Yes, RTMKlik is completely free. You don't need a paid subscription to watch the football tournament on RTMKlik. Just download the app, create a free account, and stream. CelcomDigi's internet passes — from RM10 — include RTMKlik access so you can stream without using your regular data quota.
Can I watch the football tournament on Astro in Malaysia?+
No. Astro does not hold the broadcasting rights for the 2026 international football tournament in Malaysia. The official broadcasters are RTM (via RTMKlik and free-to-air TV channels TV1, TV2, Sukan RTM and TV Okey) and Unifi TV. Astro subscribers will need to switch to RTMKlik or Unifi TV for football tournament coverage.
Which CelcomDigi internet pass is best for streaming football?+
It depends on how much you watch. For occasional matches, grab the sooka Daily Pass at RM11.90 on match day. For regular viewers, the Unlimited Internet Pass at RM10 for 7 days covers late-night sessions. For die-hard fans, the Sports Bundle at RM59.90/month (100GB + sooka Premium + Prime Video) is best value for the full tournament. On Spark eSIM: Spark First Bola Unlimited (RM18/7 days) or Spark Standard Bola Unlimited (RM28/7 days). All options include RTMKlik.
Does RTMKlik work on smart TVs?+
Yes. RTMKlik can be accessed on smart TVs via the Android TV app (search in the Play Store on your TV), via Chromecast from your phone, or by screen mirroring from an Android phone to a compatible Samsung or LG TV. You can also connect your laptop to your TV via HDMI and stream on RTMKlik through a browser.
What are the Spark Bola passes?+
Spark Bola passes are football season passes exclusive to CelcomDigi Spark eSIM prepaid customers. Spark First Bola Unlimited (RM18, 7 days): 20GB data + 100 mins voice + unlimited RTMKlik. Spark Standard Bola Unlimited (RM28, 7 days): 80GB data + 300 mins voice + unlimited RTMKlik. Subscribe via the Spark app at spark.celcomdigi.com.
Sort your streaming before 11 June
RTMKlik is free on any internet connection. CelcomDigi's three internet passes — Unlimited Internet (RM10/7 days), sooka Daily (RM11.90/day), and Sports Bundle (RM59.90/month) — all include RTMKlik and prevent match streaming from eating into your regular data quota.
RTMKlik is free, it works on any connection, and there are no excuses for missing a single match this football season. But data runs out fast when you're streaming HD football — especially across a 39-day tournament.
Get a CelcomDigi internet pass before the opening kickoff and you're set for the whole tournament. See all football deals at celcomdigi.com/football.
