{"id":761,"date":"2026-05-31T13:39:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-31T13:39:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/?p=761"},"modified":"2026-06-02T06:47:27","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T06:47:27","slug":"world-cup-fixtures-schedule","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.toffeeweb.com\/int\/world-cup-fixtures-schedule\/","title":{"rendered":"World Cup 2026 Fixtures: Full FIFA Match Schedule, Dates & Stadiums"},"content":{"rendered":"

The World Cup 2026 fixtures page helps readers quickly find the full FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule, including group-stage matches, knockout rounds, venues, and key tournament dates.<\/p>

The tournament will be hosted across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. India viewers should check kick-off times carefully, as many World Cup 2026 matches will take place late at night or early morning in IST.<\/p>

World Cup 2026 Fixtures Overview<\/strong><\/h2>
Item<\/strong><\/th>Details<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Tournament<\/td>FIFA World Cup 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Host Countries<\/td>USA \/ Canada \/ Mexico<\/td><\/tr>
Tournament Dates<\/td>11 June–19 July 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Number of Teams<\/td>48<\/td><\/tr>
Total Matches<\/td>104<\/td><\/tr>
Opening Match<\/td>Mexico vs South Africa<\/td><\/tr>
Opening Venue<\/td>Mexico City Stadium<\/td><\/tr>
Final Date<\/td>19 July 2026<\/td><\/tr>
Final Venue<\/td>New York New Jersey Stadium \/ MetLife Stadium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

The FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule includes 12 groups of four teams. The top teams from the group stage will move into the expanded knockout stage, beginning with the Round of 32.<\/p>

This page is designed as a practical World Cup schedule hub. Readers can use it to check World Cup 2026 fixtures, host cities, stadiums, India timings, and major tournament dates.<\/p>

Fans following match coverage can also compare the best football betting sites for football markets and live tournament updates.<\/p>

World Cup 2026 Groups<\/strong><\/h2>
Group<\/th>Teams<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Group A<\/td>Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic, Czechia<\/td><\/tr>
Group B<\/td>Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Qatar, Switzerland<\/td><\/tr>
Group C<\/td>Brazil, Morocco, Haiti, Scotland<\/td><\/tr>
Group D<\/td>USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye<\/td><\/tr>
Group E<\/td>Germany, Curaçao, Côte d’Ivoire, Ecuador<\/td><\/tr>
Group F<\/td>Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Tunisia<\/td><\/tr>
Group G<\/td>Belgium, Egypt, IR Iran, New Zealand<\/td><\/tr>
Group H<\/td>Spain, Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay<\/td><\/tr>
Group I<\/td>France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway<\/td><\/tr>
Group J<\/td>Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan<\/td><\/tr>
Group K<\/td>Portugal, Congo DR, Uzbekistan, Colombia<\/td><\/tr>
Group L<\/td>England, Croatia, Ghana, Panama<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

Full World Cup 2026 Group Stage Fixtures<\/strong><\/h2>

The World Cup 2026 group stage fixtures will decide which teams progress to the knockout rounds. FIFA has confirmed the opening fixtures, with the full match schedule running across 16 stadiums in North America.<\/p>

Opening Week Fixtures<\/strong><\/h3>
Date<\/th>Match<\/th>Venue<\/th>Kick-Off Time (India)<\/th>Group<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
11 June 2026<\/td>Mexico vs South Africa<\/td>Mexico City Stadium<\/td>TBC \/ check FIFA local conversion<\/td>Group A<\/td><\/tr>
11 June 2026<\/td>Korea Republic vs Czechia<\/td>Estadio Guadalajara<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group A<\/td><\/tr>
12 June 2026<\/td>Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina<\/td>Toronto Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group B<\/td><\/tr>
12 June 2026<\/td>USA vs Paraguay<\/td>Los Angeles Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group D<\/td><\/tr>
13 June 2026<\/td>Haiti vs Scotland<\/td>Boston Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group C<\/td><\/tr>
13 June 2026<\/td>Australia vs Türkiye<\/td>BC Place Vancouver<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group D<\/td><\/tr>
13 June 2026<\/td>Brazil vs Morocco<\/td>New York New Jersey Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group C<\/td><\/tr>
13 June 2026<\/td>Qatar vs Switzerland<\/td>San Francisco Bay Area Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group B<\/td><\/tr>
14 June 2026<\/td>Côte d’Ivoire vs Ecuador<\/td>Philadelphia Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group E<\/td><\/tr>
14 June 2026<\/td>Germany vs Curaçao<\/td>Houston Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group E<\/td><\/tr>
14 June 2026<\/td>Netherlands vs Japan<\/td>Dallas Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group F<\/td><\/tr>
14 June 2026<\/td>Sweden vs Tunisia<\/td>Estadio Monterrey<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group F<\/td><\/tr>
15 June 2026<\/td>Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay<\/td>Miami Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group H<\/td><\/tr>
15 June 2026<\/td>Spain vs Cabo Verde<\/td>Atlanta Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group H<\/td><\/tr>
15 June 2026<\/td>IR Iran vs New Zealand<\/td>Los Angeles Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group G<\/td><\/tr>
15 June 2026<\/td>Belgium vs Egypt<\/td>Seattle Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group G<\/td><\/tr>
16 June 2026<\/td>France vs Senegal<\/td>New York New Jersey Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group I<\/td><\/tr>
16 June 2026<\/td>Iraq vs Norway<\/td>Boston Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group I<\/td><\/tr>
16 June 2026<\/td>Argentina vs Algeria<\/td>Kansas City Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group J<\/td><\/tr>
16 June 2026<\/td>Austria vs Jordan<\/td>San Francisco Bay Area Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group J<\/td><\/tr>
17 June 2026<\/td>Ghana vs Panama<\/td>Toronto Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group L<\/td><\/tr>
17 June 2026<\/td>England vs Croatia<\/td>Dallas Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group L<\/td><\/tr>
17 June 2026<\/td>Portugal vs Congo DR<\/td>Houston Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group K<\/td><\/tr>
17 June 2026<\/td>Uzbekistan vs Colombia<\/td>Mexico City Stadium<\/td>TBC<\/td>Group K<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

Editor note:<\/strong> Add the remaining FIFA fixtures directly from the official FIFA match schedule feed\/CMS table once imported. Do not manually invent kick-off times. Convert every confirmed time into IST before publishing.<\/em><\/p>

World Cup 2026 Knockout Stage Fixtures<\/strong><\/h2>

The World Cup 2026 knockout fixtures begin after the group stage. The expanded format includes a Round of 32 before the Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place match, and final.<\/p>

Round<\/th>Dates<\/th>Matches<\/th>Venue(s)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Round of 32<\/td>Late June–early July 2026<\/td>16 matches<\/td>Multiple host cities<\/td><\/tr>
Round of 16<\/td>Early July 2026<\/td>8 matches<\/td>Multiple host cities<\/td><\/tr>
Quarter-Finals<\/td>July 2026<\/td>4 matches<\/td>USA venues<\/td><\/tr>
Semi-Finals<\/td>July 2026<\/td>2 matches<\/td>Dallas Stadium \/ Atlanta Stadium<\/td><\/tr>
Third-Place Match<\/td>July 2026<\/td>1 match<\/td>Miami Stadium<\/td><\/tr>
Final<\/td>19 July 2026<\/td>1 match<\/td>New York New Jersey Stadium<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

The FIFA World Cup knockout stage is single elimination. If a match is level after normal time, it moves to extra time and then penalties if required.<\/p>

The World Cup 2026 final will be played on 19 July 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium, also known as MetLife Stadium.<\/p>

Major knockout matches usually attract the highest global attention, so readers following live coverage may also review football betting sites for match markets and football statistics.<\/p>

World Cup 2026 Host Cities and Stadiums<\/strong><\/h2>

The World Cup 2026 stadiums are spread across 16 host cities in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.<\/p>

City<\/th>Country<\/th>Stadium<\/th>Matches Hosted<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Toronto<\/td>Canada<\/td>Toronto Stadium \/ BMO Field<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
Vancouver<\/td>Canada<\/td>BC Place Vancouver<\/td>7<\/td><\/tr>
Mexico City<\/td>Mexico<\/td>Mexico City Stadium<\/td>5<\/td><\/tr>
Guadalajara<\/td>Mexico<\/td>Estadio Guadalajara<\/td>4<\/td><\/tr>
Monterrey<\/td>Mexico<\/td>Estadio Monterrey<\/td>4<\/td><\/tr>
Atlanta<\/td>USA<\/td>Atlanta Stadium<\/td>8<\/td><\/tr>
Boston<\/td>USA<\/td>Boston Stadium<\/td>7<\/td><\/tr>
Dallas<\/td>USA<\/td>Dallas Stadium<\/td>9<\/td><\/tr>
Houston<\/td>USA<\/td>Houston Stadium<\/td>7<\/td><\/tr>
Kansas City<\/td>USA<\/td>Kansas City Stadium<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
Los Angeles<\/td>USA<\/td>Los Angeles Stadium<\/td>8<\/td><\/tr>
Miami<\/td>USA<\/td>Miami Stadium<\/td>7<\/td><\/tr>
New York\/New Jersey<\/td>USA<\/td>New York New Jersey Stadium<\/td>8<\/td><\/tr>
Philadelphia<\/td>USA<\/td>Philadelphia Stadium<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
San Francisco Bay Area<\/td>USA<\/td>San Francisco Bay Area Stadium<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr>
Seattle<\/td>USA<\/td>Seattle Stadium<\/td>6<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

India readers should note the time-zone differences. Matches on the US West Coast may start later in India than matches in Toronto, New York\/New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston, or Miami.<\/p>

How to Follow World Cup 2026 Fixtures in India<\/strong><\/h2>

India readers should follow World Cup 2026 India times carefully because the tournament is hosted across North American time zones.<\/p>

Some matches may kick off late at night in India. Others may fall in the early morning depending on the host city and local kick-off time.<\/p>

To track World Cup fixtures India readers should:<\/p>

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  • Check official FIFA fixture updates before every matchday<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Convert local venue times into India Standard Time<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Bookmark the full FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Follow live-score apps for team news and result updates<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Check the FIFA World Cup TV schedule once Indian broadcast details are officially confirmed<\/li>\n<\/ul>

    Do not publish broadcaster names until rights and schedules are verified.<\/p>

    Readers following live football coverage can also compare the best football betting sites India users may use for odds, match stats, and tournament updates.<\/p>

    Key World Cup 2026 Dates to Know<\/strong><\/h2>
    Event<\/th>Date<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Opening Match<\/td>11 June 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Group Stage Begins<\/td>11 June 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Knockout Stage Begins<\/td>Late June 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Quarter-Finals<\/td>July 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Semi-Finals<\/td>July 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Third-Place Match<\/td>July 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Final<\/td>19 July 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

    The FIFA World Cup calendar runs for 39 days. Fixture details, kick-off times, and India-time conversions should be checked against FIFA before publication and updated whenever the official schedule changes.<\/p>

    World Cup 2026 Final<\/strong><\/h2>

    The World Cup 2026 final will be played on 19 July 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium.<\/p>

    Detail<\/th>Information<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Match<\/td>FIFA World Cup 2026 Final<\/td><\/tr>
    Date<\/td>19 July 2026<\/td><\/tr>
    Venue<\/td>New York New Jersey Stadium \/ MetLife Stadium<\/td><\/tr>
    Location<\/td>East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA<\/td><\/tr>
    India Kick-Off Time<\/td>TBC<\/td><\/tr>
    Teams<\/td>TBC after semi-finals<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>

    The final will decide the FIFA World Cup 2026 champion. Team names should only be added once the semi-finals are complete.<\/p>

    FAQs<\/strong><\/h2>
    When does the World Cup 2026 start?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    The World Cup 2026 starts on 11 June 2026. The opening match is Mexico vs South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    Where will the World Cup 2026 be held?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be held in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament uses 16 stadiums across the three host countries.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    How many teams will play in the World Cup 2026?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    The World Cup 2026 will feature 48 teams. It is the first men’s FIFA World Cup with this expanded format.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    Where can I find the full World Cup 2026 fixture list?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    You can find the latest World Cup 2026 fixtures on this page. The schedule should be updated whenever FIFA confirms changes to match dates, venues, or kick-off times.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    Will World Cup 2026 kick-off times be different in India?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    Yes. World Cup 2026 kick-off times will be different in India because matches are hosted across North American time zones. Always check IST conversions before each match.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    Which stadium will host the World Cup 2026 final?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    The World Cup 2026 final will be hosted at New York New Jersey Stadium, also known as MetLife Stadium, on 19 July 2026.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    How many matches are in the World Cup 2026?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    There will be 104 matches in the World Cup 2026. This includes the group stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place match, and final.<\/p>\n<\/details>

    Does World Cup 2026 have a Round of 32?<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    Yes. The 48-team format includes a Round of 32 before the Round of 16.<\/p>\n<\/details>

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