The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the biggest sporting event in history, featuring 48 national teams competing across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With 104 matches played over five weeks, fans around the world need a reliable, timezone-aware schedule to follow every game.
For the first time, the World Cup expands to 48 teams divided into 12 groups of 4. The top two teams from each group, plus eight best third-placed teams, advance to the round of 32, followed by knockout rounds all the way to the grand final on July 19, 2026.
Matches will be played in 16 iconic cities: New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, Miami, Atlanta, Boston, Kansas City, Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey, Toronto, Vancouver, and more. The opening match takes place on June 11, 2026.
Favorites include defending champions Argentina, powerhouses Brazil, France, Spain, England, and Portugal. African and Asian qualifiers add unpredictable excitement. Check real-time Polymarket odds on our site.
➡ 2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule – All Match Times & FixturesThe 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026 at 19:00 UTC (1:00 PM Mexico City time).
48 national teams compete in the 2026 World Cup, up from 32 in previous editions.
USA, Canada, and Mexico are co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup across 16 cities.
Our schedule automatically converts all match times to your local timezone — just visit wcschedules.com.
The final is scheduled for July 19, 2026 in the New York/New Jersey MetLife Stadium.