Fans of higher resolution television will have the opportunity to watch the World Cup in 4K. This only applies to viewers who have hardware and TV that support 4K broadcasts. However, if that applies, fans can watch the entire tournament in the enhanced quality.
4K offers a screen resolution of 3840 x 2160 pixels or 8.3 megapixels in total. Essentially, this creates a clearer, sharper TV picture for viewers.
Here in the United States, FOX Sports currently owns the English-language broadcast rights for the 2022 World Cup. This means that all 64 games of the competition will air on local FOX stations or FS1, the company’s main sports channel. . All tournament matches will be available in 4K.
Watch the World Cup in 4K
Viewers can get access to FS1 through traditional cable and satellite companies, or through streaming platforms. Services like YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling (Blue) currently offer FS1 on their streaming lineup; however, fuboTV might be the best option for many football fans. FuboTV also has channels broadcasting the Premier League, Ligue 1, Super Lig, Euros, Gold Cup and more. Plans for the streaming service start at $69.99 per month.
Along with live matches on FOX and FS1, the company’s premium content platform, Tubi, will also broadcast World Cup games. Tubi will stream all 29 games that will also air on FS1. In addition to these live matches, the streaming service will also have on-demand replays of all 64 games during the World Cup. Games on Tubi will also be available in 4K.
For those viewers who have 8K televisions here in the United States, unfortunately this format will not be an option for these World Cup games. Instead, the broadcast quality will be transmitted in 4K quality.
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The World Cup is scheduled to start on November 20, when hosts Qatar take on Ecuador. The USMNT begins their tournament with a tough matchup against Wales the following day. Along with Wales, the USMNT will also play England and Iran in the group stage of the tournament.
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