Asian Games 2026 (20th) Live Broadcast Channels and Schedule

The 2026 Asian Games, or the 20th Asian Games, is returning to bring back the excitement of cheering for your favorite sports. This time, Japan is hosting the event under the name "Aichi-Nagoya 2026." The official competition runs from September 19 to October 4, 2026, with some preliminary events kicking off early on September 10.

There is great news for Thai sports fans looking for ways to watch the action live. You can follow the 2026 Asian Games across both digital TV and online streaming platforms. The broadcasts will cover a wide variety of sports, ensuring you don't miss the Thai national team as they compete for medals across multiple events.

Get to Know Aichi-Nagoya, Japan: Host of the 2026 Asian Games

The 2026 Asian Games will take place in Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya, Japan. To accommodate the massive scale of the competition, sporting venues will also be spread across other regions, including Gifu, Shizuoka, and Tokyo.

This marks the third time Japan has hosted the Asian Games, following Tokyo in 1958 and Hiroshima in 1994. Aichi-Nagoya 2026 operates under the slogan “IMAGINE ONE ASIA,” symbolizing the unification of people across the Asian region through the power of sports.

The main venue for the 2026 Asian Games is the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, which will host the athletics events as well as the opening and closing ceremonies. Meanwhile, other sports will take place in specialized arenas, including:

• Aichi International Arena
• Aichi Sky Expo
• Toyota Stadium
• Tokyo Aquatics Centre

Another important detail Thai sports fans should note before tuning in: Japan’s time zone is 2 hours ahead of Thailand.

2026 Asian Games Live Broadcast Channels: Where to Cheer for Team Thailand

To watch the 2026 Asian Games in Thailand, viewers can tune in through both digital TV and online streaming platforms:

Channel / Platform	Viewing Format
NBT	Digital TV
T Sports 7	Digital TV
9 MCOT HD	Digital TV
ONE 31	Digital TV
MONOMAX SPORTS TV	Digital TV
Thairath TV 32	Digital TV
PPTV HD 36	Digital TV
AIS PLAY	Online / App / Smart TV / AIS PLAYBOX

All 7 digital TV channels will rotate coverage of the events from September 10 to October 4, 2026, with daily broadcasts starting at around 8:00 AM. For sports fans looking to stream the Asian Games online, you can watch via AIS PLAY across multiple devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers, AIS PLAYBOX, and compatible Smart TVs.

The Opening Ceremony on September 19 and the Closing Ceremony on October 4 are scheduled to air starting at 4:00 PM (16:00) on NBT, T Sports 7, PPTV HD 36, and AIS PLAY.

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How to Watch the 2026 Asian Games from Abroad

Thai sports fans living overseas or traveling abroad for work during the 2026 Asian Games may encounter regional content restrictions (Geo-blocking), preventing access to live streams on Thai apps or websites. The easiest workaround is to connect to BullVPN to watch the 2026 Asian Games uninterrupted.

Connecting to a VPN changes your IP address back to Thailand, enabling you to access Thai streaming platforms and enjoy the Asian Games live with local Thai commentary seamlessly.

Additionally, using a VPN helps enhance your online privacy and security when accessing the internet via public Wi-Fi networks.

2026 Asian Games Competition Schedule 

The 2026 Asian Games schedule runs from September 10 to October 4, with several sports kicking off prior to the Opening Ceremony and most medal events starting on September 20, 2026.

Date Range	Sports / Highlights
Sept 10 onwards	Preliminary matches start for select sports prior to the Opening Ceremony
Sept 14 onwards	Football matches begin at select venues
Sept 19, 2026	Opening Ceremony of the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games
Sept 20–25	Swimming
Sept 20–29	Badminton
Sept 21 – Oct 2	Boxing
Sept 23–29	Weightlifting
Sept 24–29	Track & Field (Athletics)
Sept 26	Marathon
Sept 30 – Oct 3	Judo
Oct 1–3	Taekwondo
Oct 3	Football Gold Medal Match
Oct 4	Closing Ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games

Note: The schedule and competition dates for each sport are subject to change according to official announcements from the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Organizing Committee.

Sports to Watch at the 2026 Asian Games

For Team Thailand competing at the 2026 Asian Games, here are the key sports to keep an eye on:

• Sepak Takraw
• Volleyball
• Taekwondo
• Boxing
• Badminton
• Athletics (Track & Field)
• Weightlifting
• Table Tennis
• Esports
• Football

Additionally, a strong lineup of renowned Thai athletes and rising stars are gearing up to compete. Look out for Puripol Boonson in athletics, Janjaem Suwannapheng in boxing, and Vareeraya Sukasem in skateboarding, alongside talents from various other disciplines. This deep roster makes Thailand's quest for gold at this Asian Games highly exciting across multiple events.

As one of Asia’s grandest sporting events, it serves as a crucial stage for Thai athletes to compete against the continent's elite. Throughout September and early October, Thai sports fans can watch the Asian Games across 7 digital TV channels and AIS PLAY. Stay updated with the latest news and schedules from the Sports Authority of Thailand and the official Aichi-Nagoya 2026 website to ensure you never miss a major matchup or a gold-medal moment for Team Thailand.