With a new 48-team format and a record 104 matches, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up to be one of the most accessible editions for viewers in Indonesia. TVRI, the official rights holder, has already announced a digital distribution plan that will bring the tournament to streaming audiences as well as free-to-air viewers.
The key point for Indonesian fans is simple: there will be an official streaming path for the entire competition. TVRI has confirmed a partnership with an OTT partner so every match can be delivered digitally, following the growing shift in how audiences now watch major sporting events.
Official streaming access has been announced
At this stage, the platform already announced for Indonesia is Fola Play. TVRI introduced the collaboration with PT Folago Global Nusantara to provide an OTT service for the full World Cup schedule.
That means the tournament will not rely only on traditional television coverage. Viewers will also be able to follow live matches through a dedicated digital service designed for mobile and screen-based viewing.
Watching on the move becomes easier
The streaming option is especially relevant for fans who are not always in front of a television. It offers a practical way to keep up with matches during work hours, while traveling, or when away from home.
As long as the internet connection is stable, the games can be accessed from nearly anywhere. The setup fits the reality of a tournament that will spread 104 matches across the event calendar.
Devices supported by the service
Fola Play is intended to work across multiple devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and other digital hardware. That broad compatibility gives viewers more flexibility in how they follow the competition.
For audiences used to switching between devices, the format makes it easier to stay connected to the action without depending on a home television set.
More digital options may still appear
Although Fola Play is the official OTT partner that has already been announced, the digital distribution picture may still expand closer to kickoff. In previous major sports competitions, additional partnerships with telecom operators or other streaming platforms have often been added to widen reach.
Telkomsel has already announced a dedicated World Cup 2026 streaming option through MAXstream TV in cooperation with TVRI. That move suggests the digital ecosystem around the tournament could become broader over time.
What is known about television coverage
For pay TV, there is still no information on whether TVRI will work with subscription television providers. What is already clear, however, is that viewers in Indonesia will have an official streaming route to watch all matches.
With both free-to-air digital access and streaming support in place, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to become far easier for Indonesian audiences to follow across different screens.
Source: www.idntimes.com
