06.11 — 07.19 · 2026 · 39 Days

FULL SCHEDULE

All 102 matches · 3 host nations · 16 venues · with dates, times and broadcast info

102
Matches
72
Group Stage
30
Knockouts
16
Venues

Group Stage 72 matches

Round of 32 16 matches

Round of 16 8 matches

Quarter-finals 4 matches

Semi-finals 2 matches

Tri-Nation Hosts

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USA
11 cities
Final host
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Canada
2 cities
Vancouver & Toronto
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Mexico
3 cities
Opening match host

Schedule FAQ

When does the 2026 FIFA World Cup start?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The Final takes place on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA — across a 39-day tournament window.

How many matches are there in the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup is the first edition with 48 teams, featuring 102 matches in total: 72 group-stage games plus 30 knockout matches, spread across 16 host cities.

Which countries are hosting the 2026 World Cup?

The United States (11 cities), Canada (2 cities) and Mexico (3 cities) co-host the tournament — the first ever World Cup hosted by three nations and the first across North America in this format.

Where can I watch 2026 World Cup matches?

Broadcast information for each match is listed on individual match pages. Major broadcasters include Fox Sports & Telemundo (USA), TSN & CTV (Canada), TV Azteca & Televisa (Mexico), plus international rightsholders.

How does the 2026 World Cup knockout stage work?

The knockout stage begins with the Round of 32 and progresses through Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals and the Final. The top 2 teams from each of the 12 groups plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to the Round of 32 — totaling 30 knockout matches.

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