Watch the Club World Cup for free on your cell phone, with reliable apps that have good quality
If there's one thing I don't like, it's losing an important game, especially when it's against Club World Cup, which brings together the champion teams from each continent.
The kind of tournament that we only see once a year, but that always makes you want to watch everything — from the opening game to the final.
But the truth is that it's not always easy to find where to watch, right? Most of the channels that broadcast the World Cup are closed, and not everyone is willing to sign up for an expensive package just to watch a few games.
I've been through this several times: looking for links on the internet, trying to watch the game on a strange website, with poor quality and full of annoying advertising.
That's when I started looking for a more practical, and preferably free, solution. After testing several apps, I found a few options that really work.
And since I know there are a lot of people in the same situation, I decided to share my experience here.
1. Tivify – what I use the most today
Of all the ones I tested, the one I liked the most was the Tivify. It is an app that offers live TV channels, including some sports channels. The good part is that it has a free version, and depending on the channel's schedule, you can watch World Cup games there.
I installed the app, quickly registered, and that was it. I used it on both my phone and my TV (mirroring the screen), and the image was smooth, without any lag. I found it to be well organized and easy to use. Oh, and it's not just games: there are also sports programs, interviews, and coverage before and after the games.
Of course, the paid version offers more channels, but the free version already solves a lot of things — especially if your focus is to watch the World Cup games that are shown on international open channels.
2. Pluto TV – a nice surprise
I knew this one because of the old movies and nostalgic shows, but I didn't know they also had live channels. Pluto TV Every now and then it releases channels that show international football, and I've seen World Cup content there.
The cool thing is that you don't even need to create an account. Just download the app and start watching. It doesn't always have all the games, but it's worth installing it and keeping an eye on the schedule. Sometimes good stuff comes up, and it's free.
3. GloboPlay / SporTV – you can take advantage of the free trial
Not everyone remembers, but the GloboPlay usually broadcasts World Cup games when there is a Brazilian team involved. I have used the platform's free trial period a few times to watch important games. It works well and has great quality.
Just create an account, activate the free trial (usually 7 days) and that's it. If you only use it to watch the World Cup, you can cancel it later without spending anything. It's a good alternative when the game is broadcast there.
4. Other apps worth trying
There are also some international channel apps that, depending on the year and broadcasting rights, end up showing the games live. I've used apps like Rokkr and some IPTV ones that work just fine. It takes a little more patience to set up, but it works.
Another thing I've done is install apps from foreign broadcasters (like European or Arabic channels), which sometimes broadcast live. It's a bit more work, but for those who really want to watch, it's a valid option.
My real experience using these apps
I tested all of the apps I mentioned here. It wasn't something I heard about or saw in a video — I actually used them, game after game. And I can safely say: you can watch the Club World Cup for free, in good quality, without having to resort to illegal links.
One day I was out and about, with just my phone and headphones, and I managed to watch a great game between the European champion and the African representative. I used Tivify and it ran smoothly, without any lag, with commentary and everything. Then, I got home and continued watching on TV, just mirroring my phone.
The coolest thing is that these apps aren't just for the World Cup. You can watch other championships, sports programs and even replays of important games. I really like this — sometimes I watch old finals again just to get over the nostalgia.
It is worth it?
Look, if you like football and want a peaceful way to follow the World Cup games, yes it is worth it. Mainly because they are simple, cost-free solutions that work well.
Of course, it's always a good idea to install it in advance, test it before the game starts and ensure you have a reasonable internet connection to avoid any headaches. But other than that, just enjoy it.
My final analysis
Anyway, I wanted to share this experience because I know how annoying it is to have to depend on random links or broadcasts that only those with pay TV can watch. With these apps, we can follow everything with ease and without spending anything.
If you haven't tried it yet, I recommend starting with Tivify. And keep the others installed too — you never know when they'll stream something interesting. It's always good to have more than one option.
If I discover any other good app, I'll come back here and tell you about it too. Because good football has to be watched from start to finish, without stress.