2026 FIFA World Cup: Complete Schedule and Viewing Guide

Overview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a milestone as the first 48-team edition, featuring over 100 matches across 38 days in 16 host cities throughout the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With debutants Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Jordan and Uzbekistan joining former champions, the tournament offers fresh storylines and high-stakes drama. Hosts USA, Mexico and Canada aim to captivate home crowds, while global superstars like Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Neymar prepare for potentially their final World Cup appearances.

How to Watch: Live Stream and TV Coverage

Every match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be available live on Fubo (try for free). In the United States, English-language coverage airs on Fox, while Spanish-language broadcasts run on Telemundo. Whether you’re tracking group-stage clashes or knockout-round showdowns, these platforms ensure real-time access to kickoff times, expert analysis and in-depth commentary.

Group Stage Schedule: June 11–27 (All Times Eastern)

Opening Weekend (June 11–14)

• Thursday, June 11
 – Mexico vs. South Africa, 5 p.m.
 – South Korea vs. Czechia, 8 p.m.

• Friday, June 12
 – Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina, 12 p.m.
 – USA vs. Paraguay, 9 p.m.

• Saturday, June 13
 – Qatar vs. Switzerland, 3 p.m.
 – Brazil vs. Morocco, 6 p.m.
 – Haiti vs. Scotland, 9 p.m.

• Sunday, June 14
 – Australia vs. Turkiye, 12 a.m.
 – Germany vs. Curaçao, 1 p.m.
 – Netherlands vs. Japan, 4 p.m.
 – Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador, 7 p.m.
 – Sweden vs. Tunisia, 10 p.m.

Mid-June Action (June 15–18)

• Monday, June 15
 – Spain vs. Cabo Verde, 12 p.m.
 – Belgium vs. Egypt, 3 p.m.
 – Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay, 6 p.m.
 – Iran vs. New Zealand, 9 p.m.

• Tuesday, June 16
 – France vs. Senegal, 3 p.m.
 – Iraq vs. Norway, 6 p.m.
 – Argentina vs. Algeria, 9 p.m.

• Wednesday, June 17
 – Austria vs. Jordan, 12 a.m.
 – Portugal vs. DR Congo, 1 p.m.
 – England vs. Croatia, 4 p.m.
 – Ghana vs. Panama, 7 p.m.
 – Uzbekistan vs. Colombia, 10 p.m.

• Thursday, June 18
 – Czechia vs. South Africa, 12 p.m.
 – Switzerland vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina, 3 p.m.
 – Canada vs. Qatar, 6 p.m.
 – Mexico vs. South Korea, 9 p.m.

Late-Group Stage (June 19–22)

• Friday, June 19
 – Scotland vs. Morocco, 6 p.m.
 – USA vs. Australia, 9 p.m.
 – Brazil vs. Haiti, 12 a.m.

• Saturday, June 20
 – Turkiye vs. Paraguay, 12 a.m.
 – Netherlands vs. Sweden, 1 p.m.
 – Germany vs. Ivory Coast, 4 p.m.
 – Ecuador vs. Curaçao, 8 p.m.

• Sunday, June 21
 – Tunisia vs. Japan, 12 a.m.
 – Spain vs. Saudi Arabia, 12 p.m.
 – Belgium vs. Iran, 3 p.m.
 – Uruguay vs. Cabo Verde, 6 p.m.
 – New Zealand vs. Egypt, 9 p.m.

• Monday, June 22
 – Argentina vs. Austria, 1 p.m.
 – France vs. Iraq, 5 p.m.
 – Norway vs. Senegal, 8 p.m.
 – Jordan vs. Algeria, 11 p.m.

Final Group Matches (June 23–27)

• Tuesday, June 23
 – Portugal vs. Uzbekistan, 1 p.m.
 – England vs. Ghana, 4 p.m.
 – Panama vs. Croatia, 7 p.m.
 – Colombia vs. DR Congo, 10 p.m.

• Wednesday, June 24
 – Switzerland vs. Canada, 3 p.m.
 – Bosnia & Herzegovina vs. Qatar, 3 p.m.
 – Scotland vs. Brazil, 6 p.m.
 – Morocco vs. Haiti, 6 p.m.
 – Czechia vs. Mexico, 9 p.m.
 – South Africa vs. South Korea, 9 p.m.

• Thursday, June 25
 – Ecuador vs. Germany, 4 p.m.
 – Curaçao vs. Ivory Coast, 4 p.m.
 – Japan vs. Sweden, 7 p.m.
 – Tunisia vs. Netherlands, 7 p.m.
 – Turkiye vs. USA, 10 p.m.
 – Paraguay vs. Australia, 10 p.m.

• Friday, June 26
 – Norway vs. France, 3 p.m.
 – Senegal vs. Iraq, 3 p.m.
 – Cabo Verde vs. Saudi Arabia, 8 p.m.
 – Uruguay vs. Spain, 8 p.m.
 – Egypt vs. Iran, 11 p.m.
 – New Zealand vs. Belgium, 11 p.m.

• Saturday, June 27
 – Panama vs. England, 5 p.m.
 – Croatia vs. Ghana, 5 p.m.
 – Colombia vs. Portugal, 7:30 p.m.
 – DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan, 7:30 p.m.
 – Algeria vs. Austria, 10 p.m.
 – Jordan vs. Argentina, 10 p.m.

Knockout Stage: Fixture List and Key Dates

Round of 32 (June 28–July 3)

• Sunday, June 28
 – Runners-up A vs. Runners-up B, 3 p.m.
• Monday, June 29
 – Winners C vs. Runners-up F, 1 p.m.
 – Winners E vs. Best 3rd, 4:30 p.m.
 – Winners F vs. Runners-up C, 9 p.m.
• Tuesday, June 30
 – Runners-up E vs. Runners-up I, 1 p.m.
 – Winners I vs. Best 3rd, 5 p.m.
 – Winners A vs. Best 3rd, 9 p.m.
• Wednesday, July 1
 – Winners L vs. Best 3rd, 12 p.m.
 – Winners G vs. Best 3rd, 4 p.m.
 – Winners D vs. Best 3rd, 8 p.m.
• Thursday, July 2
 – Winners H vs. Runners-up J, 3 p.m.
 – Runners-up K vs. Runners-up L, 7 p.m.
 – Winners B vs. Best 3rd, 11 p.m.
• Friday, July 3
 – Runners-up D vs. Runners-up G, 2 p.m.
 – Winners J vs. Runners-up H, 6 p.m.
 – Winners K vs. Best 3rd, 9:30 p.m.

Round of 16 to Final

• Round of 16 (July 4–7) – Four matches each day at 1 p.m., 5 p.m., 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. (times ET)
• Quarterfinals (July 9–11) – Two matches per day at 3 p.m., 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.
• Semifinals (July 14–15) – One match each day at 3 p.m.
• Third-Place Match (July 18) – 5 p.m.
• Final (July 19) – 3 p.m.

Key Teams and Storylines

• USA: Hosting expectations are at an all-time high for the so-called golden generation.
• Argentina: Lionel Messi’s final World Cup appearance as reigning champions.
• Portugal: Cristiano Ronaldo’s farewell on the world stage.
• France: Aiming to reclaim 2018 glory after a 2022 final defeat.
• Dark horses: Canada, Mexico, Spain, Brazil and emerging nations like Senegal and Japan.

Final Thoughts

The 2026 FIFA World Cup combines an expanded format, iconic venues and legendary talent for an unmissable global spectacle. Bookmark this schedule, set reminders for kickoff times and plan your viewing party to catch every group-stage clash, knockout thriller and the ultimate final. With live streaming on Fubo and comprehensive TV coverage on Fox and Telemundo, fans have multiple ways to stay connected to the world’s premier soccer event. Don’t miss a minute of the action.