Fans in China and India, whose combined population hits a staggering 2.88 billion people, might have no way of watching the 2026 World Cup this summer due to broadcasting rights disputes. Tuning into the biggest spectacle in soccer is already going to be tough enough for certain fanbases across the globe. Extreme time differences ensure matches in North America kick off in the middle of the night for countries like Egypt, Algeria and Tunisia, among others. Still, supporters in those countries can at least set alarms to catch all the action. Those in China and India, though, currently will not have that option for the showpiece event. According to Reuters , India is at an impasse with FIFA over broadcasting rights, while China has yet to make any progress toward a deal. With the World Cup just five weeks away, neither country has a broadcast agreement in place. Breaking Down India, China’s World Cup Broadcast Disputes The 2026 World Cup consists of an expanded 104 matches for fans to watch.…