Brazil’s World Cup Qualifiers Against Colombia and Argentina Exclusively on Fanatiz PPV in USA
For American soccer fans, catching Brazil’s crucial CONMEBOL World Cup 2026 Qualifiers just got a lot more complicated — and expensive. Starting in March 2025, U.S. viewers will need to turn to Fanatiz USA for live access to Brazil’s home matches against Colombia and Argentina, with no cable or satellite option available. The matches, set for March 20 and March 25, won’t air on ESPN, Fox Sports, or even beIN Sports — despite the latter holding the official U.S. broadcast rights. Instead, Fanatiz has become the only gateway for American fans to watch these high-stakes games live, and it’s pay-per-view only.
How to Watch Brazil’s Big Matches — Step by Step
To watch Brazil face Colombia on Thursday, March 20, 2025, at 8:45 p.m. ET, or Argentina on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. ET, you must go directly to Fanatiz.com. Yes, the website — not the app. You can’t buy the match through your Roku, Apple TV, or smartphone app. You have to log in on a browser, create an account, then select and pay for the specific game. Each match costs $19.99 individually. Or you can bundle: buy both Brazil home games for $34.99, or get all matches from Matchdays 5 and 6 for $49.99.
Here’s the catch: once you pay, the access window opens immediately — even if the game hasn’t kicked off yet. And you get seven full days to rewatch it on demand. That’s generous, but it’s also a reminder: if you miss the live broadcast, you’re not out of luck. Just don’t expect to stumble upon it on YouTube or your local sports bar. This is a tightly controlled, digital-only experience.
Why Is This So Hard to Find?
The confusion stems from a tangled web of broadcast rights. beIN Sports holds the official U.S. rights to the entire CONMEBOL World Cup 2026 Qualifiers cycle. But here’s the twist: they don’t actually broadcast most of the games themselves. Instead, they license the content to Fanatiz, which then sells it directly to consumers. It’s a middleman model that leaves fans scrambling.
Meanwhile, Telemundo and ViX will stream Brazil’s home matches in Spanish — but only for viewers who speak Spanish or are okay with commentary in another language. And even then, it’s streaming-only, no linear TV. For English-speaking fans, Fanatiz is the only option. As CBS Sports bluntly put it: “Actually finding these where to watch these games live is harder than you’d think.”
Other Ways to Catch the Action — But Not the Big Games
Not all hope is lost. CBS Sports Golazo Network, a free 24/7 channel, streams on the CBS Sports app, Pluto TV, and Paramount+. It’s not live matches, but it offers daily highlights, analysis, and pre- and post-game shows. If you’re just keeping tabs on the standings or want to see Messi’s reaction after a goal, this is your best free bet.
For those willing to pay a monthly fee, Fubo offers a Latino Package at $33/month that includes select CONMEBOL qualifiers. But even here, Brazil’s biggest games aren’t guaranteed. And for Bolivia’s home matches — like their shocking 1-0 win over Brazil in La Paz — you can turn to FIFA+, which streams those for free.
Who’s Already Qualified? The Bigger Picture
As of now, six of the ten CONMEBOL nations have already secured their spots in the 2026 World Cup: Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Ecuador, Uruguay, and Paraguay. That means the March 2025 matches are more about seeding, pride, and momentum than survival. But for fans, they’re still must-watch events.
The final matchday on March 25 includes three massive games: Venezuela vs. Colombia, Ecuador vs. Argentina, and Bolivia vs. Brazil — the latter being Brazil’s final qualifier. The draw for the 2026 World Cup will happen on December 5 in Washington D.C., as confirmed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during a White House announcement. The tournament itself will be hosted across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada — the first three-nation World Cup in history.
What’s on the Schedule Beyond Brazil?
March 20-25 is packed. Here’s the full slate of CONMEBOL qualifiers during that window, all requiring Fanatiz PPV for U.S. viewers:
- March 20: Paraguay vs. Chile (7:00 p.m. ET)
- March 20: Peru vs. Bolivia (9:30 p.m. ET)
- March 21: Ecuador vs. Venezuela (5:00 p.m. ET)
- March 21: Uruguay vs. Argentina (7:30 p.m. ET)
- March 25: Bolivia vs. Uruguay (4:00 p.m. ET)
- March 25: Chile vs. Ecuador (8:00 p.m. ET)
- March 25: Venezuela vs. Peru (8:00 p.m. ET)
- March 25: Colombia vs. Paraguay (8:00 p.m. ET)
And if you buy a Fanatiz PPV for Colombia’s games, you get bonus content: live Liga BetPlay Colombia matches, RCN International’s movies and news, plus five extra sports channels like TyC Sports and GolTV. That’s a lot of soccer for $19.99.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why can’t I watch Brazil’s matches on ESPN or beIN Sports?
Even though beIN Sports holds the official U.S. rights, they’ve licensed the broadcast rights for most CONMEBOL qualifiers to Fanatiz, which operates as a direct-to-consumer PPV platform. ESPN doesn’t have the rights at all. This means no linear TV broadcast — only streaming via Fanatiz.com, and only if you pay for each game individually.
Can I watch the Brazil vs. Argentina match on my smart TV?
Yes — but only after you buy the match on Fanatiz.com using a computer or phone. Once purchased, you can stream it on Apple TV, Roku, Fire TV, or any device with the Fanatiz app. The purchase must happen on a web browser, though. You can’t buy it directly from the TV app.
Is there a cheaper way to follow these qualifiers without buying PPV?
Not for the live games. But CBS Sports Golazo Network offers free highlights, analysis, and daily soccer news on Pluto TV, Paramount+, and their app. FIFA+ streams Bolivia’s home matches for free. And if you’re okay with Spanish commentary, Telemundo and ViX cover Brazil’s home games — but not in English.
Why are these matches so hard to find compared to European qualifiers?
European qualifiers are usually covered by major U.S. networks like FS1 or Paramount+. CONMEBOL’s media rights are fragmented and often sold regionally. In the U.S., Fanatiz became the de facto distributor because it specializes in Latin American sports content. There’s no centralized deal like with UEFA — just a patchwork of licenses that leave fans confused.
What happens if I buy a match and the stream goes down?
Fanatiz guarantees a seven-day replay window after each purchased match. If the live stream fails, you’ll still have access to the full match on-demand. Their system logs your purchase, so even if you miss the kickoff, you won’t lose your money — just the live experience.
Will the U.S. host any of the 2026 World Cup qualifiers?
No. The 2026 World Cup will be hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada — but the CONMEBOL qualifiers are exclusively played in South America. U.S. fans will need to rely on streaming services like Fanatiz to watch these games, since no matches are scheduled on American soil.
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