In June 2026, The Roku Channel introduced over 20 new free live channels. Now, users have more options to watch sports, entertainment, and lifestyle shows without paying for subscriptions.
This expansion is helpful for people trying to save money. As streaming prices go up on other services, Roku is adding more free, ad-supported choices.
You can find the new channels right in the Live TV guide on Roku TVs, streaming players, and the Roku Channel app, so they are easy to find and watch.
What are the new free live channels on Roku?
Sports fans will get the most out of these updates. The new FIFA Plus channels arrive just in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
FIFA Plus Women (channel 5243) delivers women’s soccer matches, highlights, athlete stories, and analysis. FIFA Plus Español (channel 929) offers similar content in Spanish, reaching a wider audience.
These FIFA channels offer soccer coverage at no extra cost. Fans can watch live and recorded games, behind-the-scenes features, and international matches.
Sports Illustrated (channel 227) offers 24/7 news, highlights, and analysis from top leagues. You will get quick updates on basketball, football, baseball, and more. Stingray Hooked (channel 5306) features fishing adventures, tips, and global angling action for outdoor fans.
The full list of new channels has something for everyone in the household:
- America’s Got Talent: Relive Last Season
- Property Brothers
- Alaska State Troopers
- A&E Live PD Greatest Shifts
- Ink Masters Pluto
- Tosh.o Pluto
- The Beverly Hillbillies Pluto
- MTV En Espanol
- Caracol Mix
- Complex TV
- Lead Story Breaking News
- Nomad Travel
There are even more channels, such as ArtFlix, Astro Ciencia, Modern Wisdom, and creator-focused options like Stokes Twins and Preston & Brianna.
These new channels arrive just in time for summer. Families can watch Property Brothers for home ideas or America’s Got Talent for fun together.
Soccer fans can get ready for the World Cup with the FIFA channels. Outdoor enthusiasts might even plan their next trip while watching Stingray Hooked.
How to access the new free Roku channels
It is easy to access the new channels on your Roku device:
- Go to the Live TV tab or the Roku Channel app.
- You can use the search feature in the guide to quickly find channels, or mark favorites with the star button for easy access later.
This update is a real benefit. Instead of paying for several subscriptions, you can watch live shows, including soccer before the World Cup, for free.
The service is supported by ads, but many people feel the savings are worth it.