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As anticipation builds for the FIFA World Cup 2026, DStv and GOtv have announced exciting decoder offers designed to bring every moment of football’s biggest spectacle closer to fans across Uganda and the rest of Africa. With the tournament set to run from 11 June to 19 July 2026, football lovers are being promised unmatched access to all 104 matches live on SuperSport.
Hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to be the biggest edition in the tournament’s history. For the first time, 48 nations will compete on football’s grandest stage, creating more rivalries, more drama, and more unforgettable moments for fans worldwide.
SuperSport, widely recognised as Africa’s home of football, will provide comprehensive 24-hour World Cup coverage to both DStv and GOtv subscribers. Customers on DStv Access and GOtv Plus packages and above will enjoy live broadcasts of every match throughout the 39-day football festival.
To ensure fans never miss a moment, SuperSport will introduce dedicated World Cup channels, simultaneous match coverage, multiple language commentary options, and a special FIFA World Cup pop-up channel. The coverage will also feature highlights, expert analysis, exclusive magazine shows, behind-the-scenes content, and inspiring African football stories delivered through a uniquely Pan-African perspective.
Speaking during the announcement, MultiChoice Uganda CEO Hassan Saleh emphasised the significance of the tournament and the company’s commitment to delivering the best viewing experience.
“The FIFA World Cup is more than just a tournament, it’s a shared global moment. Our goal is to ensure that fans across Africa can experience every goal, every story and every unforgettable moment as it happens. With dedicated World Cup channels, multi-platform access and coverage that never stops, SuperSport will once again be the home of the biggest sporting event in the world.”
To make the tournament accessible to more households, DStv and GOtv have rolled out special hardware promotions running from 11 May to 31 August 2026.
Under the DStv promotion:
DStv Standard decoders will retail at UGX 20,000
DStv Zappers will go for UGX 15,000
DStv Exploras will cost UGX 559,000
Full DStv kits will be available at UGX 45,000
Meanwhile, GOtv customers can purchase GOtv decoders (Gotenna) at a promotional price of UGX 15,000 during the same period.
The offers are expected to attract both new subscribers and existing football enthusiasts looking to upgrade their viewing experience ahead of the tournament.
Recognising changing viewing habits, DStv and GOtv will also provide flexible access options that allow fans to follow the tournament wherever they are. Subscribers will be able to watch matches through live TV, Catch Up services, replays, and streaming platforms on smartphones, tablets, and other connected devices.
Whether watching from the comfort of home or on the move, fans will have uninterrupted access to the action as football fever sweeps across the globe.
With kickoff times expected to stretch late into the night across Africa, the 2026 FIFA World Cup promises weeks of sleepless excitement, emotional celebrations, and unforgettable football memories.
From dramatic last-minute goals to fierce international rivalries, DStv and GOtv are positioning themselves as the ultimate destination for fans eager to experience every second of the tournament live on SuperSport.
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