With the cost of everything seemingly going up lately, finding cheap entertainment in the form of free tv apps is at least a small win. Luckily, there are more options than ever for replacing your traditional cable setup without shelling out cash. There are even ways to watch the FIFA World Cup for free.
Many free streaming services have stepped up to offer access to content overlooked by subscription-based services. And you aren't confined to squinting at your phone's screen or gathering the family around the old iPad to watch your favorite TV series or movie. You can download free tv apps to your Smart TV or even your Xbox or PlayStation consoles.
Of course, there are some rather shady options out there that stream pirated content. So we've rounded up free, legal TV streaming apps that provide no-strings-attached cable-cutting solutions.
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How to Watch the World Cup for Free
The final World Cup match to claim the title will kick off at 3 p.m. EST on July 19. The match between Spain and Argentina will likely be watched by more than a billion people. If you want to be one of them, but without the extra cost, here's how to tune in for free:
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Sign up for a free trial of YouTube TV, FOX One or Fubo (or Peacock to watch it in Spanish). They're all carrying the world Cup final.
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Use an antenna to access your Fox station. If you have an antenna, you can tune in to watch the game live on your local Fox affiliate.
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Watch party at a friend's house or within your community. Cities across the U.S. have caught the World Cup fever and host free watch parties โ typically on a big screen at a park. You can find event in your area on community calendars and social media accounts.
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