The Tampa Bay Rays live to fight another day and will once again host the Milwaukee Brewers in the next game of the World Series. We've compiled everything you need to know about where to watch the World Series, including free and global streaming options.
After a Brewers-dominant first three games, the Rays managed to fend off a sweep and win 4-3 in a 12-inning Game 4 thriller. Whether Tampa Bay can keep the comeback going remains to be seen in Game 5. The Brewers have been in top form all season and swept the Los Angeles Dodgers, the back-to-back reigning champions, in the League Championship Series. It's safe to say that it's shaping up to be a can't-miss series, and we'll highlight all the ways you can tune in from around the globe below.
Where to watch the World Series for free
The World Series is broadcast and live streamed for free in select regions around the world. In Panama, fans can watch for free on RPC TV. In Nicaragua, games are free through Canal 4. While the US doesn't have a free streaming option, FOX-friendly live TV streaming services like YouTube TV and Fubo offer free trials for new customers. Or read on to learn how to tune in to a free option if you're in the US.
How to watch the World Series from anywhere
Baseball fans can keep up with their streaming options (including free ones) from anywhere using a VPN (virtual private network). VPNs are handy tech tools that let people temporarily alter their virtual locations. They're especially popular among those looking to upgrade their cybersecurity and access their usual websites and apps while traveling abroad.
Proton VPN is one of the best VPN services we've tested. It's speedy, user-friendly, and has a 30-day money-back guarantee if you find it's not helping you out.
What channel is the World Series on?
All four to seven games of the 2026 World Series will air on FOX at 8 p.m. ET in the US.
Where to watch the World Series in the US
FOX is available over-the-air, so there's a good chance you'll be able to get it with an antenna. If you don't have an antenna or cable, you can catch the entire series with a streaming service. FOX offers a direct streaming counterpart, FOX One, which costs $20 a month and is available through the FOX website.
If you're in the market for something with channels beyond just FOX, a live TV streaming service can help you out. YouTube TV and Fubo are two of our top FOX-friendly recommendations right now.
FOX is available in YouTube TV's Main and Sports plans, which offer 100+ and 30+ channels, respectively. YouTube TV's Main plan typically costs $83 a month, but a limited-time deal will knock down the first five months for first-time users to just $68 a month after a free trial.
FOX is also available in multiple Fubo plans, including the flagship Fubo Pro. Pro, which offers 200+ channels, normally costs $89 a month, but new customers can get $25 off their first month after a free trial.
World Series schedule
The World Series is running from Friday, October 23 to at least Tuesday, October 27, 2026. Should the series go for all seven games, the latest game will take place on Saturday, October 31. You can find the full remaining World Series schedule below. An asterisk (*) denotes games that will only be played if necessary.
- Game 5: Milwaukee at Tampa Bay on Wednesday, October 28 at 8 p.m. ET*
- Game 6: Tampa Bay at Milwaukee on Friday, October 30 at 8 p.m. ET*
- Game 7: Tampa Bay at Milwaukee on Saturday, October 31 at 8 p.m. ET*
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