Portland Soccer Fans: Watching the Year’s Biggest Soccer Tournament at Home Just Got a Major Upgrade

If you’re planning to watch this summer’s biggest soccer tournament from home, there’s some exciting news for local fans. Xfinity just rolled out a new viewing experience that makes it easier to watch, track, and enjoy every match, whether you prefer English or Spanish coverage.

As someone who gets a little too invested in match day, I love anything that makes the experience smoother. With Xfinity X1, you can just say “World Cup” or “Copa Mundial” into the voice remote and jump right into a hub that brings all the games and highlights together in one place. No more hunting across apps or channels.

One of the biggest upgrades is the picture quality. Matches from FOX and Telemundo will be available in RealTime4K, which means sharper detail, better color, and sound that feels more like being in the stadium. It’s delivered just seconds behind live action, so you’re not lagging far behind what’s happening on the field.

There are also a few features that feel tailor-made for how people watch sports today. You can watch up to four games at once with Multiview, which is perfect for those busy match days. There’s also something called Fan View, which lets you keep track of scores, stats, and standings while you’re watching, without missing the action.

If you're the type who likes quick highlights, that’s covered too. Recorded games on FOX and Telemundo will include AI-powered highlights that tag key moments such as goals or saves, making it easy to catch up quickly.

For streaming fans, there’s more good news. FOX One is now available on the Xfinity Xumo Stream Box, so you can watch every match in English, while Peacock offers Spanish-language coverage. That means everything is accessible in one place, whether you're flipping between platforms or sticking with one.

And for those of us always on the move, the Xfinity Stream app lets you watch games wherever you are, whether you're at a park, a watch party, or just waiting in line for coffee.

At the end of the day, it feels like this is all about making the experience easier and more fun for fans. Less searching, better quality, and more ways to stay connected to the tournament. If soccer season brings out your competitive side, or you just enjoy the community vibe of cheering along with everyone else, this could make watching from home feel a whole lot more like being part of the action.

Disclaimer: Jessica Bruck is a manager and copywriter for Comcast NBCUniversal