FA Cup free: official broadcasters by country

These broadcasters hold the rights to FA Cup and show matches at no charge, on television and in their own apps. Each one works in its own country.

Free in 1 country

Last checked on 29 September 2026. Broadcast rights change between seasons.

Each service works inside its own country. Terms that do not allow a VPN: BBC. UK TV licence required: BBC.

BBC (BBC iPlayer) Selected matches UK TV licence requiredTerms do not allow a VPN Free account needed

Northern Ireland

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Before you watch

Every service on this page holds the rights to FA Cup in its country. We never list unofficial streams.
Each service is made for viewers in its own country and usually does not play outside it.
Abroad, some of these services still work in part, and others do not work at all. Several, the BBC, ITV and ServusTV among them, do not allow their service to be used through a VPN.
The broadcaster’s own terms decide what you may do. Read them before you rely on a service away from home.

Next FA Cup matches

The Brentwood Centre Arena

The Powerday Stadium (London)

Raymond McEnhill Stadium

Questions and answers

Can I watch FA Cup free and legally?

Yes. Official broadcasters show FA Cup at no charge in 1 country: BBC (BBC iPlayer) (Northern Ireland).

Is every FA Cup match free?

No. Most free broadcasters show part of the competition, such as one match per round. The table on this page says what each one shows.

Do I need an account or a subscription?

No subscription. Some services ask for a free account; the table marks those.

Can I watch these services from another country?

They are made for viewers in their own country. A few stay open abroad for part of their programmes; most do not, and several forbid access from outside or through a VPN in their terms. The broadcaster’s own terms decide.