Bars and Restaurants Have Options to Broadcast the 2026 World Cup Legally
Mexico City — As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, bars and restaurants in Mexico have a legal option to broadcast the matches: purchasing public exhibition licenses from streaming platforms.
Sky Negocios is commercializing licenses for the public display of all 104 World Cup matches in establishments such as bars, restaurants, and commercial venues. This allows businesses to show the tournament without violating copyright laws.
The move comes amid concerns over illegal streaming, which FIFA has warned against. Mexican authorities have also urged businesses to avoid piracy and use authorized services.
For establishments that want to attract customers during the World Cup, obtaining a license is a straightforward way to comply with regulations while offering a popular draw.
Laura Castillo covers tourism, business, and economic development across Cancún, Playa del Carmen, Tulum, and the wider Riviera Maya for Riviera Maya News & Events. She tracks the region's most important business stories — from hotel investments and airline route expansions to real estate market trends and local economic policy — helping English-speaking readers stay informed about the economic pulse of Mexico's Caribbean coast.Laura has been reporting on Quintana Roo's tourism sector since 2020, closely monitoring developments in Cancun's hotel zone, Tulum's rapidly growing commercial corridor, and the evolving business landscape in Playa del Carmen. Her coverage includes corporate investments, employment trends, infrastructure projects, and the economic impact of events like sargassum seasons and hurricane preparation.Before joining Riviera Maya News & Events, Laura worked in business development and market analysis in the Riviera Maya region, giving her first-hand insight into how tourism, real estate, and local commerce intersect. She is fluent in English and Spanish.For story tips: laura@rivieramayanews.mx
