Fifa to offer sign language broadcasts for World Cup matches
FIFA has announced a new accessibility initiative for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026. The organization will provide sign language interpretation broadcasts for every match, aiming to enhance the experience for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing fans. This move builds on previous accessibility features and reflects FIFA’s commitment to inclusion in football. Fans will be able to access these services through the official World Cup app.
Match highlights
- FIFA will introduce live sign language broadcasts for every match at the FIFA World Cup 2026.
- The service will include regional sign languages: American Sign Language for matches in the United States and Canada, and Mexican Sign Language for matches in Mexico.
- During the knockout stages, most matches will use ASL, with LSM provided for selected Spanish-speaking team fixtures.
- Interpreters will convey not just play-by-play action but also emotional and environmental cues from the stadium.
- Fans can access sign language broadcasts via the “Accessibility Services” section of the official World Cup app.
