England opening game in Perth is live across several streaming options, with different prices for viewers in the US, UK and Canada.
England vs Tonga opens the Rugby League World Cup 2026 in Perth with multiple ways to watch. In the US you’ll need a Premier Sports pass for $25 to see all games. UK viewers pay £18.99 a month or £150 for a year, and Canadians pay CA$29.99 a month, with longer options available. Australia offers free coverage on 7Plus. If you’re abroad, a VPN can help you access your home stream, but plan ahead. Next up, the teams in group play and the rest of the schedule.
What this means for you: pick the plan that covers your games, or use the free Aussie stream if you’re down under. Look ahead to the other Group B and C matchups to know when your favorite team plays again.
The Rugby League World Cup 2026 opens with England facing Tonga in Perth, and there are several ways for readers in the US, UK and Canada to watch. If you want to know where to tune in and what it costs, here are the concrete options the organizers and broadcasters are offering.
In the United States and other countries, Premier Sports will carry the match and all 18 games of the men’s World Cup. In Australia, the game is free to watch on 7Plus. If you’re traveling, you can unlock your usual stream with a VPN to watch as if you were back home.
United States: A full tournament pass on Premier Sports costs $25. United Kingdom: Premier Sports is £18.99 per month on a rolling plan, or £150 for a year if you pay upfront. Canada: Premier Sports lists CA$29.99 per month, with a six-month option at CA$79.99 and a 12-month plan at CA$139.99.
If you’re outside your home country, VPNs are a common way to access your usual streaming services. Novice tip: consider services that offer a straightforward setup and reputable security, since you’ll be routing your traffic through another country to reach the stream.
England’s schedule after this opener pits France and Papa New Guinea in Group B, with Tonga facing Lebanon and Samoa in Group C. The tournament format is a bit different this time, so every match matters for progression and seeding.
If you’re watching on a streaming device, check whether your plan includes multi-device support or a single-stream limit. If you’re traveling or living in the US, UK or Canada, make sure you have a plan that covers weekend games, because late schedule changes can happen due to travel or broadcast rights.
Check your local listings for Premier Sports availability and confirm whether you’re eligible for the monthly or annual plans. If you’re traveling, decide early whether a VPN is right for you and pick a reputable provider.
Premier Sports will carry the match in the US, UK and Canada; free streams are available on 7Plus in Australia.
US: $25 for a full tournament pass. UK: £18.99/month or £150/year. Canada: CA$29.99/month, with six- and 12-month options listed.
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