Published July 18, 2026
FIFA Live Streaming in Italy - RAI, Sky Italia and DAZN Options
How to watch FIFA matches live in Italy. RAI free-to-air streams, Sky Italia, DAZN, and FIFA+ for Italian Azzurri fans during tournaments.
Italy has a deep football culture and, despite recent World Cup qualification disappointments, Italian fans remain hungry for FIFA tournament coverage. The country offers several quality streaming options across free and paid tiers.
Free Streaming: RAI
RAI, Italy's public broadcaster, holds free-to-air rights for major FIFA tournaments including the World Cup. Through RaiPlay, the free streaming app, Italian residents can watch FIFA matches live at no cost. RaiPlay requires a free account and is available on all major devices. During the World Cup, RAI typically broadcasts all Italy matches plus key knockout fixtures and the final.
Paid Streaming Services
Sky Italia / Sky Go / Now TV
Sky Italia holds extensive FIFA broadcasting rights and provides comprehensive coverage through its satellite TV service and the Sky Go streaming app. For those who prefer a contract-free option, Now TV (Sky's streaming-only service in Italy) offers sports passes that include FIFA content.
DAZN
DAZN is a major player in Italian sports streaming, carrying a wide range of football including Serie A and select FIFA competitions. DAZN's app works across smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and game consoles. A monthly subscription gives you access to live and on-demand content.
FIFA+ in Italy
FIFA+ is available in Italy and offers free access to live matches from various competitions, original programming, and the complete World Cup archive — including Italy's four World Cup victories (1934, 1938, 1982, 2006).
Viewing Recommendations
- World Cup matches: RAI / RaiPlay for free coverage
- Beyond free TV: Sky Italia or DAZN subscription for qualifiers and smaller tournaments
- Free bonus content: FIFA+ for documentaries and archives
- Internet speed: 8 Mbps minimum for HD streaming
Italy's broadband coverage is strong in urban and suburban areas, though some rural regions may have slower connections. Most streaming apps offer adaptive quality to match your speed.