The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from 11 June to 19 July, featuring 48 teams and 104 fixtures across the USA, Canada and Mexico — the largest football World Cup ever staged. The World Cup 2026 dates cover the full tournament from the opening fixture to the final. All kick-off times on this page are listed in BST (British Summer Time) for UK readers.
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The opening fixture sees Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca on 11 June, 8pm BST, while the final takes place at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, on 19 July, 8pm BST. This page provides the complete World Cup fixtures 2026 schedule, with group stage and knockout matches organised by date and venue.
2026 World Cup — Quick Facts
| Category | Details |
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Tournament Dates |
11 June – 19 July 2026 |
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Total Matches |
104 World Cup fixtures |
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Teams |
48 (12 groups of 4) |
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Host Countries |
USA (78 matches), Canada (13 matches), Mexico (13 matches) |
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Opening Match |
Mexico vs South Africa — Estadio Azteca, Mexico City — 11 June, 8:00pm BST |
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Final |
MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey) — 19 July, 8:00pm BST |
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New Format |
Round of 32 — introduced for the first time at a FIFA World Cup |
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England Group |
Group L (Croatia, Ghana, Panama) |
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Scotland Group |
Group C (Brazil, Morocco, Haiti) |
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UK TV |
BBC / ITV expected |
Group Stage Fixtures (11 June – 27 June 2026)
The World Cup 2026 fixtures below cover all group stage matches from Group A to Group L, listed by date and venue.
Group A: Mexico, South Korea, Czechia, South Africa
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jun | Mexico vs South Africa | Mexico City | Estadio Azteca | 8:00pm |
| 11 Jun | South Korea vs Czechia | Zapopan | Estadio Akron | 3:00am (+1 day) |
| 18 Jun | Czechia vs South Africa | Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 5:00pm |
| 19 Jun | Mexico vs South Korea | Zapopan | Estadio Akron | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 25 Jun | Czechia vs Mexico | Mexico City | Estadio Azteca | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 24 Jun | South Korea vs South Africa | Monterrey | Estadio BBVA | 1:00am (+1 day) |
Group B: Canada, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jun | Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina | Toronto | BMO Field | 7:00pm |
| 13 Jun | Switzerland vs Qatar | Santa Clara | Levi’s Stadium | 8:00pm |
| 18 Jun | Canada vs Qatar | Vancouver | BC Place | 11:00pm |
| 18 Jun | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Switzerland | Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | 8:00pm |
| 24 Jun | Switzerland vs Canada | Vancouver | BC Place | 8:00pm |
| 24 Jun | Bosnia & Herzegovina vs Qatar | Seattle | Lumen Field | 8:00pm |
Group C: Brazil, Scotland, Morocco, Haiti
The Scotland World Cup games 2026 schedule sees The Tartan Army faces Brazil, Morocco and Haiti across three group stage fixtures.
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Jun | Scotland vs Haiti | New York/New Jersey | MetLife Stadium | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 13 Jun | Brazil vs Morocco | Foxborough | Gillette Stadium | 11:00pm |
| 19 Jun | Scotland vs Morocco | Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | 11:00pm |
| 19 Jun | Brazil vs Haiti | Foxborough | Gillette Stadium | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 24 Jun | Scotland vs Brazil | Miami Gardens | Hard Rock Stadium | 11:00pm |
| 24 Jun | Morocco vs Haiti | Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 11:00pm |
Group D: USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Jun | USA vs Paraguay | Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 14 Jun | Australia vs Türkiye | Vancouver | BC Place | 5:00am (+1 day) |
| 20 Jun | Türkiye vs Paraguay | Santa Clara | Levi’s Stadium | 5:00am (+1 day) |
| 19 Jun | USA vs Australia | Seattle | Lumen Field | 8:00pm |
| 26 Jun | Türkiye vs USA | Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | 3:00am (+1 day) |
| 26 Jun | Paraguay vs Australia | Santa Clara | Levi’s Stadium | 3:00am (+1 day) |
Group E: Germany, Ivory Coast, Ecuador, Curaçao
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jun | Ivory Coast vs Ecuador | Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | 6:00pm |
| 15 Jun | Germany vs Curaçao | Houston | NRG Stadium | 12:00am (+1 day) |
| 20 Jun | Germany vs Ivory Coast | Toronto | BMO Field | 9:00pm |
| 21 Jun | Ecuador vs Curaçao | Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium | 1:00am (+1 day) |
| 25 Jun | Curaçao vs Ivory Coast | Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | 9:00pm |
| 25 Jun | Ecuador vs Germany | New York/New Jersey | MetLife Stadium | 9:00pm |
Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jun | Netherlands vs Japan | Arlington | AT&T Stadium | 9:00pm |
| 15 Jun | Sweden vs Tunisia | Monterrey | Estadio BBVA | 3:00am (+1 day) |
| 20 Jun | Netherlands vs Sweden | Houston | NRG Stadium | 6:00pm |
| 20 Jun | Japan vs Tunisia | Monterrey | Estadio BBVA | 5:00am (+1 day) |
| 26 Jun | Tunisia vs Netherlands | Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium | 12:00am (+1 day) |
| 25 Jun | Japan vs Sweden | Arlington | AT&T Stadium | 1:00am (+1 day) |
Group G: Iran, New Zealand, Belgium, Egypt
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Jun | Iran vs New Zealand | Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 15 Jun | Belgium vs Egypt | Seattle | Lumen Field | 8:00pm |
| 21 Jun | Belgium vs Iran | Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium | 8:00pm |
| 22 Jun | New Zealand vs Egypt | Vancouver | BC Place | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 26 Jun | Egypt vs Iran | Seattle | Lumen Field | 4:00am (+1 day) |
| 26 Jun | New Zealand vs Belgium | Vancouver | BC Place | 4:00am (+1 day) |
Group H: Spain, Cape Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Jun | Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay | Miami | Hard Rock Stadium | 11:00pm |
| 21 Jun | Uruguay vs Cape Verde | Miami | Hard Rock Stadium | 11:00pm |
| 15 Jun | Spain vs Cape Verde | Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 5:00pm |
| 21 Jun | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 5:00pm |
| 26 Jun | Uruguay vs Spain | Zapopan | Estadio Akron | 1:00am (+1 day) |
| 26 Jun | Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia | Houston | NRG Stadium | 1:00am (+1 day) |
Group I: France, Senegal, Norway, Iraq
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Jun | France vs Senegal | New York/New Jersey | MetLife Stadium | 8:00pm |
| 16 Jun | Iraq vs Norway | Foxborough | Gillette Stadium | 11:00pm |
| 21 Jun | France vs Iraq | Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | 10:00pm |
| 23 Jun | Norway vs Senegal | Toronto | BMO Field | 1:00am (+1 day) |
| 26 Jun | Norway vs France | Foxborough | Gillette Stadium | 8:00pm |
| 26 Jun | Senegal vs Iraq | Toronto | BMO Field | 8:00pm |
Group J: Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jun | Argentina vs Algeria | Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium | 2:00am (+1 day) |
| 17 Jun | Austria vs Jordan | Santa Clara | Levi’s Stadium | 5:00am (+1 day) |
| 22 Jun | Argentina vs Austria | Arlington | AT&T Stadium | 6:00pm |
| 22 Jun | Jordan vs Algeria | Santa Clara | Levi’s Stadium | 4:00am (+1 day) |
| 27 Jun | Jordan vs Argentina | Arlington | AT&T Stadium | 3:00am (+1 day) |
| 27 Jun | Algeria vs Austria | Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium | 3:00am (+1 day) |
Group K: Portugal, Uzbekistan, Colombia, DR Congo
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Jun | Portugal vs DR Congo | Houston | NRG Stadium | 6:00pm |
| 18 Jun | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Mexico City | Estadio Azteca | 3:00am (+1 day) |
| 23 Jun | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Houston | NRG Stadium | 6:00pm |
| 24 Jun | Colombia vs DR Congo | Zapopan | Estadio Akron | 3:00am (+1 day) |
| 27 Jun | Portugal vs Colombia | Miami | Hard Rock Stadium | 12:30am (+1 day) |
| 27 Jun | DR Congo vs Uzbekistan | Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | 12:30am (+1 day) |
Group L: England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama
The group L World Cup 2026 schedule includes England’s fixtures, where performance factors such as conditioning and recovery can play a role, as highlighted in football fitness testing research. England’s fixture details are confirmed via The FA — England Football.
| Date | Match | Venue | Stadium | BST Kick-Off |
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| 17 Jun | England vs Croatia | Arlington | AT&T Stadium | 9:00pm |
| 18 Jun | Ghana vs Panama | Toronto | BMO Field | 12:00am (+1 day) |
| 23 Jun | England vs Ghana | Foxborough | Gillette Stadium | 9:00pm |
| 24 Jun | Panama vs Croatia | Toronto | BMO Field | 12:00am (+1 day) |
| 27 Jun | England vs Panama | New York/New Jersey | MetLife Stadium | 10:00pm |
| 27 Jun | Croatia vs Ghana | Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field | 10:00pm |
Round of 32 (28 June – 3 July 2026) — New Format
The FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule introduces a new Round of 32 stage, expanding the knockout phase to 32 teams. The top two teams from each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, advance to this round. This format is new for 2026 and has not been used in previous tournaments. The Round of 32 is scheduled to run from 28 June to 3 July 2026.
| Match | Date | Fixture (TBC) | Venue | BST Kick-Off |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match 73 | 28 Jun | Group A Runner-up vs Group B Runner-up | Los Angeles | 5:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 74 | 29 Jun | Group E winners vs Group A/B/C/D/F third place | Boston | 3:30am (+1 day) |
| Match 75 | 29 Jun | Group F Winners vs Group C Runner-up | Monterrey | 4:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 76 | 29 Jun | Group C Winners vs Group F Runner-up | Houston | 1:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 77 | 30 Jun | Group I winners vs Group C/D/F/G/H third place | New York/New Jersey | 4:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 78 | 30 Jun | Group E Runner-up vs Group I Runner-up | Dallas | 1:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 79 | 30 Jun | Group A winners vs Group C/E/F/H/I third place | Mexico City | 4:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 80 | 1 Jul | Group L winners vs Group E/H/I/J/K third place | Atlanta | 11:00pm |
| Match 81 | 1 Jul | Group D winners vs Group B/E/F/I/J third place | Santa Clara | 1:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 82 | 1 Jul | Winner Group G vs 3rd Group A/E/H/I/J | Seattle | 9:00pm |
| Match 83 | 2 Jul | Runner-up Group K vs Runner-up Group L | Toronto | 12:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 84 | 2 Jul | Winner Group H vs Runner-up Group J | Los Angeles | 8:00am |
| Match 85 | 2 Jul | Winner Group B vs 3rd Group E/F/G/I/J | Vancouver | 4:00am (+1 day) |
| Match 86 | 3 Jul | Winner Group J vs Runner-up Group H | Miami | 11:00pm |
| Match 87 | 3 Jul | Winner Group K vs 3rd Group D/E/I/J/L | Kansas City | 2:30am (+1 day) |
| Match 88 | 3 Jul | Runner-up Group D vs Runner-up Group G | Arlington | 7:00pm |
Knockout Stage Schedule (July 2026)
This World Cup match schedule outlines the progression from the Round of 32 through to the final.
| Stage | Dates | Number of Matches | Venues |
|---|---|---|---|
| Round of 32 | 28 June–3 July 2026 | 16 matches | Multiple venues |
| Round of 16 | 4–7 July 2026 | 8 matches | Houston, Philadelphia, Atlanta, New York/New Jersey, Arlington, Seattle, Mexico City, Vancouver |
| Quarter-Finals | 9–11 July 2026 | 4 matches | Foxborough, Los Angeles, Miami, Kansas City |
| Semi-Finals | 14–15 July 2026 | 2 matches | Arlington (AT&T Stadium), Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium) |
| Third Place Playoff | 18 July 2026 | 1 match | Miami (Hard Rock Stadium) |
| Final | 19 July 2026 | 1 match | MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford (New York/New Jersey) |
Where to Bet on the 2026 World Cup — UKGC-Licensed Bookmakers
For World Cup betting in the UK see our football betting sites guide for a full comparison. All six operators below hold a valid UK Gambling Commission licence.
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0% margin markets on selected football fixtures |
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Live streaming for selected World Cup matches |
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Acca boosts for tournament accumulators |
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Bet Builder options for match-level betting |
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Acca safety nets on selected World Cup markets |
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ACCA Mega Boost for multi-bet slips |
Responsible Gambling During the World Cup 2026
Responsible gambling is essential during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a six-week tournament featuring 104 matches where betting activity can quickly build. UK players should set a clear tournament budget before the first World Cup fixtures and stick to it. All UKGC-licensed bookmakers provide tools such as deposit limits and session controls to help manage spending effectively throughout the World Cup schedule.
Online betting in the UK is legal for adults aged 18 and over, provided you use operators licensed by the UK Gambling Commission (UKGC). If you feel your betting is becoming difficult to control, you can self-exclude from all licensed sites using GamStop — the UK’s national self-exclusion scheme.
Gambling can be addictive. Please gamble responsibly and only bet what you can afford to lose. Free, confidential support is available:
- National Gambling Helpline (GamCare): 0808 8020 133 — free, confidential, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- BeGambleAware: begambleaware.org
- GamStop — Self-Exclusion (all UKGC-licensed sites): gamstop.co.uk
Frequently Asked Questions — 2026 World Cup Schedule
When does the 2026 FIFA World Cup start?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins on 11 June 2026 with the opening World Cup fixture between Mexico and South Africa at Estadio Azteca. This marks the start of the largest World Cup schedule in history, featuring 104 matches across multiple host cities.
When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup final?
The final match takes place on 19 July 2026. It concludes the full World Cup fixtures 2026 schedule after more than five weeks of group stage and knockout matches.
What time are 2026 FIFA World Cup matches in the UK (BST)?
All World Cup fixtures are listed in BST (British Summer Time) for UK audiences. Kick-off times vary depending on venue, but many matches fall in evening or late-night slots due to North American time zones.
Which teams are in Group L with England?
England are in Group L alongside Croatia, Ghana and Panama. These group stage fixtures are among the most followed World Cup matches for UK viewers.
When do England play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
England’s World Cup fixtures are scheduled for 17 June, 23 June and 27 June 2026. All matches are listed in BST, making them accessible for UK audiences following the World Cup schedule.
When does Scotland play at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Scotland’s World Cup fixtures begin on 13 June 2026 against Haiti, followed by matches on 19 June and 24 June. These matches are key for Scottish supporters tracking the World Cup fixtures 2026.
How many teams are in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup features 48 teams, expanded from previous editions. This increase creates a larger World Cup schedule with more matches across the group stage and knockout rounds.
What is the Round of 32 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The Round of 32 is a new knockout stage introduced in 2026. It includes 32 teams — the top two from each group plus eight best third-placed teams — and forms a key part of the expanded World Cup fixtures structure.
Where is the 2026 FIFA World Cup final being held?
The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
Who are the hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The tournament is hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico. These three nations share responsibility for delivering all World Cup fixtures across multiple venues.
Where can I find the full World Cup fixtures 2026 schedule?
You can view the complete World Cup fixtures 2026 schedule on this page, including all group stage and knockout matches listed in BST for UK audiences.
Which UK channels will broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
UK broadcast coverage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is expected to be shared between BBC and ITV. Final confirmation of TV rights and coverage details should be checked closer to the tournament start.
