2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule: Kickoff Times, Dates, and Viewing Guide

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the largest tournament in history, featuring 48 teams competing across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico. From June 11 to July 19, soccer’s biggest stars—Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo, Neymar, Luka Modrić and more—will take center stage. This comprehensive guide covers the full schedule, kickoff times (all Eastern), and how to watch every match live.

Overview of the 2026 FIFA World Cup

For the second time as a host nation, the U.S.A. faces heightened expectations, joined by Mexico and Canada in a unique North American showcase. The expanded 48-team format promises early drama, with every former champion except Italy in the field, alongside debutants Cabo Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan. From thrilling group-stage clashes to a packed knockout path, this World Cup is poised for unforgettable moments.

How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup

• Live Streaming: All matches available on Fubo (free trial available).
• English Broadcast: Fox Sports.
• Spanish Broadcast: Telemundo.
• Official World Cup App and FIFA.com for match updates and highlights.

Group Stage Schedule (All Times Eastern)

Matchday 1: Thursday, June 11 – Sunday, June 14

• June 11: Mexico vs. South Africa, 2 p.m. | South Korea vs. Czechia, 5 p.m.
• June 12: Canada vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina, 12 p.m. | USA vs. Paraguay, 3 p.m.
• June 13: Qatar vs. Switzerland, 12 p.m. | Brazil vs. Morocco, 3 p.m. | Scotland vs. Haiti, 6 p.m.
• June 14: Australia vs. Turkiye, 12 a.m. | Germany vs. Curacao, 3 p.m. | Netherlands vs. Japan, 6 p.m. | Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador, 9 p.m. | Sweden vs. Tunisia, 11 p.m.

Matchday 2: Monday, June 15 – Thursday, June 18

• 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.
• June 16: France vs. Senegal, 12 p.m. | Norway vs. Iraq, 3 p.m. | Argentina vs. Algeria, 6 p.m.
• June 17: Austria vs. Jordan, 12 p.m. | Portugal vs. DR Congo, 3 p.m. | England vs. Croatia, 6 p.m. | Ghana vs. Panama, 9 p.m. | Colombia vs. Uzbekistan, 11 p.m.
• 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.

Matchday 3: Friday, June 19 – Monday, June 22

• June 19: USA vs. Australia, 3 p.m. | Scotland vs. Morocco, 6 p.m. | Brazil vs. Haiti, 9 p.m.
• June 20: Turkiye vs. Paraguay, 12 a.m. | Netherlands vs. Sweden, 1 p.m. | Germany vs. Ivory Coast, 4 p.m. | Ecuador vs. Curacao, 8 p.m.
• 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.
• 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.

Matchday 4: Tuesday, June 23 – Saturday, June 27

• 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.
• 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.
• June 25: Ecuador vs. Germany, 4 p.m. | Curacao 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.
• 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.
• 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 Schedule

Round of 32

• June 28: Runners-up A vs. Runners-up B, 3 p.m.
• June 29: Winners C vs. Runners-up F, 1 p.m. | Winners E vs. Best 3rd (A/B/C/D/F), 4:30 p.m. | Winners F vs. Runners-up C, 9 p.m.
• June 30: Runners-up E vs. Runners-up I, 1 p.m. | Winners I vs. Best 3rd (C/D/F/G/H), 5 p.m. | Winners A vs. Best 3rd (C/E/F/H/I), 9 p.m.
• July 1: Winners L vs. Best 3rd (E/H/I/J/K), 12 p.m. | Winners G vs. Best 3rd (A/E/H/I/J), 4 p.m. | Winners D vs. Best 3rd (B/E/F/I/J), 8 p.m.
• 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 (E/F/G/I/J), 11 p.m.
• 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 (D/E/I/J/L), 9:30 p.m.

Round of 16

• July 4: TBD, 1 p.m. | TBD, 5 p.m.
• July 5: TBD, 4 p.m. | TBD, 8 p.m.
• July 6: TBD, 3 p.m. | TBD, 8 p.m.
• July 7: TBD, 12 p.m. | TBD, 4 p.m.

Quarterfinals

• July 9: TBD, 4 p.m.
• July 10: TBD, 3 p.m.
• July 11: TBD, 5 p.m. | TBD, 9 p.m.

Semifinals

• July 14: TBD, 3 p.m.
• July 15: TBD, 3 p.m.

Third-Place Match

• July 18: TBD, 5 p.m.

Final

• July 19: TBD, 3 p.m.

Key Matches and Tournament Storylines

From the opening match in Mexico City to Lionel Messi’s potential farewell and Cristiano Ronaldo’s swan song, every fixture carries weight. Group-stage highlights include USA vs. Paraguay and France vs. Senegal, while a mouthwatering clash between England and Croatia sets the tone for Group D. In the knockout stages, expect high drama as traditional powerhouses like Brazil, Argentina, Spain and Germany vie for glory.

Final Thoughts

The 2026 FIFA World Cup promises unparalleled scale, star-studded lineups and nonstop drama. Bookmark this schedule, set your reminders and prepare for a month of edge-of-your-seat soccer action. Whether you’re cheering for the hosts or backing a global favorite, this is the ultimate guide to make sure you don’t miss a single kickoff.