The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and the first of an incredible 104 matches kicks off on June 11 with co-hosts Mexico vs South Africa in the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The expanded World Cup runs for almost 6 weeks, with 48 teams looking to prise the iconic World Cup trophy from the hands of an in-form Lionel Messi and holders Argentina.
If you're travelling overseas for summer holidays during the World Cup, the only way to avoid your usual World Cup streaming services like the BBC iPlayer or ITVX being blocked by geo-restrictions is to use a reliable VPN service.
Right now, and perfectly timed for all your World Cup viewing, Norton VPN has reduced its 3 available plans. The Norton VPN Standard plan, which normally costs £59.99, is now just £29.99 when you sign up for a 1-year plan.
Grab a one-year Norton VPN package for as little as £2.50 per month
Cybersecurity company Norton is challenging some of the best VPN providers on the market, and its various VPN packages offer great speeds and a straightforward app. Our VPN experts at TechRadar scored it with an impressive 4 out of 5-star review, with speed and ease of use being some of the review highlights.
For anyone unsure, a VPN (Virtual Private Network) is a piece of Internet security software that can alter a device’s digital location, unblocking the geo-restrictions you get on streaming platforms, as well as keeping you safe online, especially useful when accessing unknown Wi-Fi connections overseas.
A reliable VPN will allow you to watch your usual World Cup coverage like the BBC iPlayer from anywhere in the world, and Norton is one of the top-rated, with these deals being some of its best VPN deals.
One-year subscriptions currently start from just £2.50 per month, but the Norton VPN Plus plan has the best price compared to the usual cost. You’ll pay a total of just £34.99 for 12 months of coverage and protection through to June 2027. The usual price would be £79.99.
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