FIFA World Cup 2026
World Cup 2026 Schedule
The complete FIFA World Cup 2026 fixture list — 104 matches across 16 stadiums in the United States, Canada and Mexico, running from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Tournament Phases
| Phase | Dates | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | June 11 – June 27, 2026 | 72 |
| Round of 32 | June 28 – July 2, 2026 | 16 |
| Round of 16 | July 3 – July 6, 2026 | 8 |
| Quarter-finals | July 8 – 9, 2026 | 4 |
| Semi-finals | July 13 – 14, 2026 | 2 |
| Third-place play-off | July 17, 2026 | 1 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 | 1 |
Key Fixtures
June 11, 2026 · 19:00 UTC
Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
July 19, 2026 · 20:00 UTC
MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 start?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026, with the opening match Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City at 19:00 UTC.
How many matches are in the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 World Cup features 104 matches in total — 72 group stage matches across 12 groups, followed by a Round of 32 (16 matches), Round of 16 (8 matches), Quarter-finals (4), Semi-finals (2), a Third-place play-off, and the Final.
Where is the 2026 World Cup being played?
The 2026 World Cup is hosted across 16 stadiums in three countries: 11 venues in the United States, 2 in Canada (Vancouver and Toronto), and 3 in Mexico (Mexico City, Monterrey, Guadalajara).
When is the 2026 World Cup Final?
The World Cup Final takes place on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA — the largest stadium in the tournament with a capacity of 82,500.
How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?
48 national teams compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, divided into 12 groups of 4. This is an expansion from the 32-team format used in previous tournaments.
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