PUTRAJAYA, May 12 — The public is encouraged to download the “RTM Klik” application to ensure they can watch the Fifa World Cup 2026 matches for free. 

Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil said the tournament would be aired by Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) and Unifi TV as the official broadcasters of the Fifa World Cup 2026 in Malaysia.

“This is the first time in 20 years that we are providing free World Cup broadcasts for all Malaysians.

“What Malaysians need to do to ensure they do not miss watching the matches for free is to download RTM Klik, or they can watch them anywhere through MyTV and RTM,” he told reporters after attending the Communications Ministry’s monthly assembly here today.

Also present were Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching, Communications Ministry secretary-general Datuk Abdul Halim Hamzah and Malaysian National News Agency (Bernama) Editor-in-Chief Arul Rajoo Durar Raj.

Fahmi also urged RTM and Unifi TV, as the official broadcasters, to review the football match broadcasts to ensure there were no excessive restrictions that could affect the public’s viewing experience.

“I want this to be looked into to ensure there are no unreasonable restrictions for Malaysians to enjoy the live broadcasts,” he said.

He added that several programmes would be organised ahead of the tournament, widely considered the largest and most prestigious single-sport event in the world. 

Last week, Fahmi said the Fifa World Cup 2026, to run from June 11 to July 19, would be broadcast on various platforms, including free-to-air broadcasts via MyTV as well as streaming platforms through RTM Klik and Unifi TV to ensure comprehensive access.

He said all 104 matches would be broadcast live on Unifi TV, while RTM would air most of the matches either live or on delayed telecast.

The United States will co-host the 2026 World Cup with Mexico and Canada, with the opening match scheduled to take place in Mexico City on June 11, while the final will be held in New Jersey on July 19. — Bernama 

MEXICO CITY, May 10 — Blackpink member Lisa will perform at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Fifa World Cup in Los Angeles, joining a lineup that includes Katy Perry, Future, Anitta, Rema and Tyla.

Fifa president Gianni Infantino announced the performers through his official account and said the Los Angeles ceremony would highlight the scale of the tournament, according to reports from The Korea Times and AFP.

He said the opening ceremony in “the entertainment capital of the world” would demonstrate “how enormous the 2026 World Cup would be.”

Lisa is also reportedly preparing to release an official World Cup soundtrack with Anitta, Rema and Brazilian group Tropkillaz.

Fifa confirmed that the 2026 tournament will feature three opening ceremonies, with Mexico, Canada and the United States each hosting their own star‑studded show.

Mexico City will open the tournament on June 11 with a performance featuring J Balvin, Mana, Alejandro Fernandez, Belinda, Lila Downs, Tyla and Los Angeles Azules.

Infantino said, “The world will share this moment and that’s how this tournament will begin.”

He added that the ceremonies in Mexico City, Toronto and Los Angeles would “bring together music, culture and football in a way that reflects both the individuality of each nation and the unity that defines this tournament.”

Canada will host its ceremony on June 12 in Toronto with artists including Alanis Morissette, Michael Bublé, Alessia Cara, Elyanna, Jessie Reyez and Nora Fatehi.

The United States will stage its ceremony later the same day in Los Angeles, where Perry, Future, Lisa, Anitta, Rema and Tyla will perform, with more artists to be announced.

Infantino said the Los Angeles lineup reflects “the cultural diversity of the United States and the vibrancy of its many diasporas.”

Organisers encouraged early arrival, saying fans will have an active role in the shows.

They said the ceremonies will be linked “across time zones and borders” by “a shared heartbeat.”