FIFA World Cup 2022 Subscription Prices & Promotions in Singapore (And Where You Can Watch For Free)

Football fans in Singapore, expect to shell out at least S$98 if you're planning to subscribe to FIFA World Cup 2022 packages. Here’s how you can save money while doing so.

Football season is upon us once again, with 32 teams from around the world participating in FIFA World Cup 2022.

The tournament, which is hosted by Qatar, will be happening from 20 November 2022 to 18 December 2022.

Whether you’re a fervent fan of football or simply just want to tune into the action, here's all the information you need on where to watch the FIFA World Cup 2022 games in Singapore and how you can save money on FIFA World Cup 2022 subscriptions. 

Who will be playing in FIFA World Cup 2022?

The 2022 World Cup will commence with 32 teams in eight groups of four:

Group A: Qatar, Ecuador, Senegal, Netherlands
Group B: England, Iran, USA, Wales
Group C: Argentina, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Poland
Group D: France, Australia, Denmark, Tunisia
Group E: Spain, Costa Rica, Germany, Japan
Group F: Belgium, Canada, Morocco, Croatia
Group G: Brazil, Serbia, Switzerland, Cameroon
Group H: Portugal, Ghana, Uruguay, South Korea

Full FIFA World Cup 2022 schedule (Singapore time)

A total of 64 matches will be played in eight stadiums across five cities in Qatar.

This includes the Al Bayt Stadium in Al Khor, which will host the opening match between Qatar and Ecuador on 21 November2022, 12am (Singapore time).

2022 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Singapore Time (SGT)

Source: Schedule World

How to watch FIFA World Cup 2022 in Singapore 

On 30 October 2022, Mediacorp, StarHub and Singtel announced that they will be broadcasting all 64 games on several platforms. 

This marks the second time the three companies are teaming up to deliver paid subscription broadcasts of the event, with the previous one being the 2018 World Cup in Russia.

There are several ways you can catch the FIFA World Cup 2022 in Singapore: 

• Free-to-air on TV/online
• Paid subscriptions
• Free screenings at various locations around Singapore

Free-to-air: 9 FIFA World Cup 2022 matches available for free on Channel 5 and meWATCH

A total of nine games, mainly the opening, five group stage matches, two semi-finals, and the final, will be available for free on Mediacorp's Channel 5 and meWATCH. 

Highlight videos of all 64 matches will also be available for free on meWATCH. 

Free-to-air FIFA World Cup 2022 matches in Singapore full schedule (Channel 5)

Source: Channel News Asia

Paid subscriptions: How much does it cost to watch FIFA World Cup 2022?

For those looking to watch more than just the free nine matches, you'll have to pay at least S$98. 

meWATCH, Singtel and StarHub customers can subscribe to a World Cup package for an early bird price of S$98, which ends on 6 November 2022. After that, it will cost S$118.

The prices are the same across all three platforms. 

This year sees a slight increase compared to 2018, when packages started from S$94 (early bird) and S$112 (regular). 

How can I purchase FIFA World Cup 2022 package in Singapore? 

FIFA World Cup 2022 paid subscription: meWATCH

Source: meWATCH

Best for: Football fans who aren't StarHub or Singtel users. 

For S$98, Stream all 64 FIFA World Cup 2022 matches live on any screen with meWATCH. Get 24/7 access to non-stop sporting action, game analysis with renowned sports personalities, match highlights and moments.

As there is no contract and no installation required, we think this package is extremely convenient to watch matches anywhere, anytime on any device. 

Subscribe here. 

FIFA World Cup 2022 paid subscription: StarHub

Source: StarHub

Best for: Existing StarHub users, or new StarHub TV customers who are planning to get broadband/cable TV

There are a few ways you can go about purchasing the World Cup package from StarHub. 

Existing StarHub users can opt for the FIFA World Cup™ Standalone package (S$98), which will get you the ultimate World Cup viewing experience with access to all 64 games live in HD​, match statistics, replays, highlights, interactive timeline and more. 

Ways to subscribe to FIFA World Cup 2022 on StarHub for existing members 
Option 1:
Subscribe via My Account Manager

Option 2:
Instant Buy via the set-top boxes
(Available from 1 Nov 2022)

Ways to subscribe to FIFA World Cup 2022 on StarHub for new sign-ups

• WhatsApp
• Online registration
• You can also head to any StarHub branches in Singapore

StarHub FIFA World Cup 2022 packages offers

Click here for more information on StarHub's FIFA World Cup packages. 

FIFA World Cup 2022 paid subscription: Singtel

Source: Singtel

Best for: Existing Singtel users, or new Singtel customers who are planning to get broadband/cable TV

Kick off the ultimate football experience with your Singtel World Cup subscription. 

The S$98 package entitles you to watch all 64 matches of the FIFA World Cup, two dedicated 24/7 channels on Channels 141 and 142, as well as on demand. You'll also get to enjoy ultra-smooth, priority 5G streaming across the island on Singtel TV GO and CAST. 

How to get FIFA World Cup 2022 subscription for FREE on Singtel

If you're a football fan with an expiring TV subscription, consider re-contracting or signing up for any Singtel TV Trio Pack to enjoy all the football action for FREE.

Do take note that your package needs to be more than S$52.90 per month, on a 24-month subscription period to enjoy the perks. 

Alternatively, you can subscribe to an a la carte package on CAST.sg or SingtelTV. 

Source: SingtelTV

How to save money on your FIFA World Cup 2022 subscription in Singapore 

While the price of a la carte FIFA World Cup 2022 subscription packages are same across the board at S$98, there are still some ways you can watch it for less, or at least get some cash back or earn miles out of it. 

Here are some of our favourite credit cards to use on online/TV subscriptions: 

1. DBS Woman’s World Card