The wait is finally over for football fans across the globe. The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the biggest sporting event in history, marking a revolutionary expansion to 48 teams and spanning three host nations: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. As the countdown begins for the kickoff on June 11, 2026, securing a reliable schedule is the first step for every fan, traveler, and ticket holder.
This guide provides the essential details you need, including a downloadable-ready breakdown of the group stage fixtures, venue details, and key matchups to watch.
📄 FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule (PDF)
Quick Tournament Facts
Before diving into the match grid, here is the essential snapshot of the 23rd FIFA World Cup:
| Category | Details |
| Host Countries | Canada, Mexico, United States |
| Dates | June 11 – July 19, 2026 |
| Teams | 48 (Expanded from 32) |
| Venues | 16 Stadiums across 16 Host Cities |
| Opening Match | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| Final Match | MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey |
The Historic 48-Team Format
For the first time, the World Cup will feature 48 nations, resulting in a thrilling group stage that feeds into a new Round of 32. This means more matches, more upsets, and more opportunities for underdog nations to shine on the world stage.
The tournament kicks off with a historic opener at the legendary Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, a venue that has previously crowned legends like Pelé and Maradona. Simultaneously, the US and Canada will host their opening fixtures in Los Angeles and Toronto, respectively, ensuring the excitement is spread across the entire continent from Day 1.
Key Matchups to Watch
Based on the official schedule, several group stage games are already drawing massive attention:
- Mexico vs. South Africa (June 11): The tournament opener promises an electric atmosphere in Mexico City.
- USA vs. Paraguay (June 12): The Stars and Stripes begin their campaign at the state-of-the-art SoFi Stadium.
- England vs. Croatia (June 17): A heavyweight European clash that could decide the group winner early.
Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Schedule
Below is the detailed fixture list for the group stages. This table is optimized for quick viewing and can be used as a reference for planning your travel or viewing parties.
Group Stage Fixtures
| Date | Time (EST) | Match | Venue | City |
| 11th June 2026 | 15:00 | Mexico vs South Africa | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City |
| 11th June 2026 | 22:00 | South Korea vs UEFA Playoff D Winner | Estadio Akron | Guadalajara |
| 12th June 2026 | 15:00 | Canada vs UEFA Playoff A Winner | BMO Field | Toronto |
| 12th June 2026 | 21:00 | USA vs Paraguay | SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles |
| 13th June 2026 | 15:00 | Qatar vs Switzerland | Levi’s Stadium | San Francisco |
| 13th June 2026 | 18:00 | Haiti vs Scotland | TBD | TBD |
| 13th June 2026 | 21:00 | Brazil vs Morocco | TBD | TBD |
| 13th June 2026 | 00:00 | Australia vs UEFA Playoff C Winner | BC Place | Vancouver |
| 14th June 2026 | 13:00 | Ivory Coast vs Ecuador | TBD | TBD |
| 14th June 2026 | 16:00 | Netherlands vs Japan | TBD | TBD |
| 14th June 2026 | 19:00 | Germany vs Curacao | TBD | TBD |
| 14th June 2026 | 22:00 | UEFA Playoff B Winner vs Tunisia | TBD | TBD |
| 15th June 2026 | 12:00 | Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay | TBD | TBD |
| 15th June 2026 | 15:00 | Iran vs New Zealand | TBD | TBD |
| 15th June 2026 | 18:00 | Spain vs Cape Verde | TBD | TBD |
| 15th June 2026 | 21:00 | Belgium vs Egypt | TBD | TBD |
| 16th June 2026 | 15:00 | France vs Senegal | TBD | TBD |
| 16th June 2026 | 18:00 | FIFA Playoff 2 Winner vs Norway | TBD | TBD |
| 16th June 2026 | 21:00 | Argentina vs Algeria | TBD | TBD |
| 16th June 2026 | 00:00 | Austria vs Jordan | TBD | TBD |
| 17th June 2026 | 13:00 | Portugal vs FIFA Playoff 1 Winner | TBD | TBD |
| 17th June 2026 | 16:00 | Ghana vs Panama | TBD | TBD |
| 17th June 2026 | 19:00 | England vs Croatia | TBD | TBD |
| 17th June 2026 | 22:00 | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | TBD | TBD |
| 18th June 2026 | 12:00 | UEFA Playoff D Winner vs South Africa | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta |
| 18th June 2026 | 15:00 | UEFA Playoff A Winner vs Switzerland | SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles |
| 18th June 2026 | 18:00 | Canada vs Qatar | BC Place | Vancouver |
| 18th June 2026 | 21:00 | Mexico vs South Korea | Estadio Akron | Guadalajara |
| 19th June 2026 | 00:00 | UEFA Playoff C Winner vs Paraguay | Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara |
| 19th June 2026 | 15:00 | USA vs Australia | Lumen Field | Seattle |
| 19th June 2026 | 18:00 | Scotland vs Morocco | TBD | TBD |
| 19th June 2026 | 21:00 | Brazil vs Haiti | TBD | TBD |
| 20th June 2026 | 00:00 | Tunisia vs Japan | TBD | TBD |
| 20th June 2026 | 13:00 | Netherlands vs UEFA Playoff B Winner | TBD | TBD |
| 20th June 2026 | 16:00 | Germany vs Ivory Coast | TBD | TBD |
| 20th June 2026 | 20:00 | Ecuador vs Curacao | TBD | TBD |
| 21st June 2026 | 12:00 | Uruguay vs Cape Verde | TBD | TBD |
| 21st June 2026 | 15:00 | Belgium vs Iran | TBD | TBD |
| 21st June 2026 | 18:00 | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | TBD | TBD |
| 21st June 2026 | 21:00 | New Zealand vs Egypt | TBD | TBD |
| 22nd June 2026 | 13:00 | Argentina vs Austria | TBD | TBD |
| 22nd June 2026 | 17:00 | Norway vs Senegal | TBD | TBD |
| 22nd June 2026 | 20:00 | France vs FIFA Playoff 2 Winner | TBD | TBD |
| 22nd June 2026 | 23:00 | Jordan vs Algeria | TBD | TBD |
| 23rd June 2026 | 13:00 | Colombia vs FIFA Playoff 1 Winner | TBD | TBD |
| 23rd June 2026 | 16:00 | England vs Ghana | TBD | TBD |
| 23rd June 2026 | 19:00 | Panama vs Croatia | TBD | TBD |
| 23rd June 2026 | 22:00 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | TBD | TBD |
| 24th June 2026 | 15:00 | Canada vs Switzerland | BC Place | Vancouver |
| 24th June 2026 | 15:00 | UEFA Playoff A Winner vs Qatar | Lumen Field | Seattle |
| 24th June 2026 | 18:00 | Scotland vs Brazil | TBD | TBD |
| 24th June 2026 | 18:00 | Morocco vs Haiti | TBD | TBD |
| 24th June 2026 | 21:00 | UEFA Playoff D Winner vs Mexico | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City |
| 24th June 2026 | 21:00 | South Africa vs South Korea | Estadio BBVA | Monterrey |
| 25th June 2026 | 16:00 | Ecuador vs Germany | TBD | TBD |
| 25th June 2026 | 16:00 | Curacao vs Ivory Coast | TBD | TBD |
| 25th June 2026 | 19:00 | Tunisia vs Netherlands | TBD | TBD |
| 25th June 2026 | 19:00 | Japan vs UEFA Playoff B Winner | TBD | TBD |
| 25th June 2026 | 22:00 | UEFA Playoff C Winner vs USA | SoFi Stadium | Los Angeles |
| 25th June 2026 | 22:00 | Paraguay vs Australia | Levi’s Stadium | Santa Clara |
| 26th June 2026 | 15:00 | Norway vs France | TBD | TBD |
| 26th June 2026 | 15:00 | Senegal vs FIFA Playoff 2 Winner | TBD | TBD |
| 26th June 2026 | 20:00 | Uruguay vs Spain | TBD | TBD |
| 26th June 2026 | 20:00 | Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia | TBD | TBD |
| 26th June 2026 | 23:00 | New Zealand vs Belgium | TBD | TBD |
| 26th June 2026 | 23:00 | Egypt vs Iran | TBD | TBD |
| 27th June 2026 | 17:00 | Panama vs England | TBD | TBD |
| 27th June 2026 | 17:00 | Croatia vs Ghana | TBD | TBD |
| 27th June 2026 | 19:30 | Colombia vs Portugal | TBD | TBD |
| 27th June 2026 | 19:30 | FIFA Playoff 1 Winner vs Uzbekistan | TBD | TBD |
| 27th June 2026 | 22:00 | Jordan vs Argentina | TBD | TBD |
| 27th June 2026 | 22:00 | Algeria vs Austria | TBD | TBD |
Why You Should Plan Early
With games spread across three massive countries and different time zones (EST, CST, and PST), logistics for the 2026 World Cup will be challenging. Booking hotels and flights early is crucial, especially for high-demand cities like Los Angeles, New York, and Mexico City.
Keep this page bookmarked. As TBD venues are confirmed by FIFA and specific “Playoff Winner” slots are filled following the final qualifying rounds, we will update this schedule immediately.