The United States has seized nearly 400 domains linked to illegal World Cup broadcasts 2026, in an operation coordinated with FIFA and other entities to curb digital piracy. The sites offered live matches without authorization and, according to authorities, some not only infringed copyright, but could also expose users to malware and data theft
The offensive is part of a broader campaign against pirate streaming networks that monetize the tournament through fraudulent advertising,, illegal charges, and, in some cases, infrastructures distributed across several countries. In the most recent actions, the blocked domains were concentrated mainly in Colombia,, Brasil, Dominican Republic, Peru and Argentina, what shows the international scope of fraud
The underlying message is clear: pirate websites not only break intellectual property rules, they also turn viewers into an easy target for scams, infections and credential theft. To avoid it, it is advisable to use only official or authorized platforms and distrust any site that promises to watch matches for free or with 'special' access without verifying its legitimacy.
Fountain: HelpNet Security