Everything Malaysian fans need to follow the 2026 international football tournament — schedule MYT, streaming, travel tips and CelcomDigi football deals.
The 2026 international football tournament is officially here — and it’s the biggest one ever. For the first time, 48 teams are competing across three countries (USA, Canada and Mexico), with 104 matches spread over 39 days. For Malaysian fans, the big news is that you can stream every single match free on RTMKlik — and if you’re on CelcomDigi, there are three dedicated passes that give you unlimited access without burning through your regular data quota.
This guide covers everything: the full schedule in Malaysian time, how to watch every match live, the CelcomDigi passes built for the tournament, and who to watch when the football finally starts.
The 2026 international football tournament kicks off on 11 June 2026 with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. In Malaysian time (MYT / GMT+8), that opening match starts at 3:00 AM on 12 June 2026. The final is on 19 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey — 5:00 AM MYT on 20 July 2026.
With the tournament hosted in North America, most matches fall between midnight and early morning MYT — so late-night viewing is part of the deal this year. The upside? There are 104 matches over 39 days, so there’s always a game on.
RTM and Unifi TV are the official 2026 international football tournament broadcasters in Malaysia. RTMKlik streams all 104 matches free on any internet connection — download the app or visit rtmklik.rtm.gov.my. Unifi TV carries all matches in HD via a season pass from RM50. CelcomDigi customers can subscribe to dedicated passes — Unlimited Internet, sooka Daily, or Sports Bundle — for unlimited RTMKlik streaming without touching their main data quota.
This international football tournament marks a major shift for Malaysian fans. Astro does not hold the broadcasting rights — instead, RTM and Unifi TV have partnered to bring all 104 matches to Malaysia. RTMKlik is completely free, works on any mobile device or smart TV, and accessible on any internet connection.
| Platform | Coverage | Cost | How to access |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTMKlik | All 104 matches (most live) | FREE | RTMKlik app or rtmklik.rtm.gov.my |
| RTM Free-to-Air | Most matches (TV1, TV2, Sukan RTM) | FREE | UHF antenna or DVB-T2/MyTV box |
| Unifi TV | All 104 matches, live, HD | RM50–RM60 season pass | Unifi TV app or website |
| Astro | ❌ No international football tournament rights | — | Not available |
CelcomDigi customers have three dedicated passes to stream the international football tournament on RTMKlik without worrying about data: the Unlimited Internet Pass (RM10 for 7 days, active 12AM–12PM), the sooka Daily Pass (RM11.90/day, includes 15GB internet), and the Sports Bundle (RM59.90/month, includes 100GB data plus sooka Premium and Prime Video). All three are available for both Postpaid and Prepaid users, and all include RTMKlik access.
RTMKlik is free to use but you still need data to stream it. CelcomDigi has three passes for the football season, each with RTMKlik built in — stream every kickoff without dipping into your regular data quota.
Not sure which to pick? For every group stage match, the Sports Bundle at RM59.90/month is best value. For just the big games, grab the sooka Daily at RM11.90 on match day. For late-night streaming without burning your data, the Unlimited Internet Pass at RM10 for 7 days (12AM–12PM) is made for exactly that.
CelcomDigi customers get dedicated international football tournament internet passes with RTMKlik included — stream every match without burning your regular data. From RM10.
See all international football tournament offers →The 2026 international football tournament features 48 teams across 12 groups of four. The top two from each group advance to the Round of 32, along with the eight best third-placed teams. Group A includes hosts Mexico with South Korea, South Africa and Czechia. Argentina, Brazil, France, England and Spain are among the top favourites.
For the first time ever, 48 nations are at the international football tournament — up from 32 in 2022. More matches, more surprises, more underdogs making a run.
The 2026 international football tournament uses a new expanded format. 48 teams play in 12 groups of four. The top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams advance to a new Round of 32. From there it’s straight knockout — Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the Final on 19 July.
Argentina are the defending champions led by a 38-year-old Messi on his likely final international football tournament. France (Mbappé), Brazil (Vinicius Jr), Spain (Lamine Yamal) and England are the big contenders. Portugal’s Ronaldo makes his final bid. South Korea, the only Asian side in a tough group, will be closely watched by Malaysian fans.
The group stage runs 11 June to 27 June 2026. The new Round of 32 follows from 28 June to 3 July, then Round of 16 (4–7 July), Quarterfinals (9–11 July), Semifinals (14–15 July), and the Grand Final on 19 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium — 5:00 AM MYT on 20 July.
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Malaysians can watch the 2026 international football tournament for free on RTMKlik — RTM’s free streaming app and website (rtmklik.rtm.gov.my). RTM also broadcasts on free-to-air TV channels TV1, TV2, Sukan RTM and TV Okey. RTMKlik works on any internet connection. Astro does not hold 2026 international football tournament broadcasting rights in Malaysia.
CelcomDigi offers three international football tournament passes with RTMKlik included: Unlimited Internet Pass (RM10 for 7 days, unlimited data FUP 80GB, active 12AM–12PM daily); sooka Daily Pass (RM11.90/day, sooka Sports access + 15GB internet); Sports Bundle (RM59.90/month, sooka Premium + Prime Video + 100GB internet). All available for Postpaid and Prepaid. Subscribe at celcomdigi.com/football.
The opening match — Mexico vs South Africa — kicks off at 3:00 AM Malaysian time (MYT / GMT+8) on 12 June 2026. Most US-based matches fall between midnight and 10:00 AM MYT. 9PM ET kickoffs translate to 10:00 AM MYT the next morning.
The 2026 international football tournament is the first to feature 48 teams — expanded from 32 since 1998. The teams play in 12 groups of four, with the top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams (32 total) advancing to the new Round of 32 knockout stage.
The 2026 international football tournament Final is on 19 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey. In Malaysian time (MYT / GMT+8), the Final kicks off at 5:00 AM on 20 July 2026. Subscribe to a CelcomDigi international football tournament pass to stream it live on RTMKlik.
39 days. 104 matches. The greatest players on the planet. Whether you’re waking up at 3am for every kickoff or just catching the knockouts, make sure your streaming is sorted before the whistle blows on 12 June. RTMKlik is free — you just need a connection fast enough to do it justice.
CelcomDigi customers get three dedicated passes with RTMKlik built in — check out all international football tournament offers at celcomdigi.com/football, or if you want unlimited data all tournament long, explore CelcomDigi Postpaid 5G plans here. Now go pick your team and enjoy the football.
