2026 World Cup Schedule Confirmed: Dates, Times, and Stadiums Announced
The schedule for the highly anticipated 2026 World Cup has been formally released. This tournament will mark the first time the event features 48 teams and will be hosted across three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
2026 World Cup Schedule: Key Dates and Venues
The tournament will showcase a total of 104 matches played in various cities. The schedule includes detailed information on match dates, kickoff times, and the specific stadiums hosting the games. Here are some highlights:
Group A Matches
- June 11: Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City – 3 PM ET
- June 11: South Korea vs UEFA Playoff D at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara – Midnight ET
- June 18: UEFA Playoff D vs South Africa at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta – 12 PM ET
- June 18: Mexico vs South Korea at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara – 9 PM ET
- June 24: UEFA Playoff D vs Mexico at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City – 9 PM ET
- June 24: South Africa vs South Korea at Estadio BBVA, Monterrey – 9 PM ET
Group B Matches
- June 12: Canada vs UEFA Playoff A at BMO Field, Toronto – 3 PM ET
- June 13: Qatar vs Switzerland at Levi’s Stadium, San Francisco – 3 PM ET
- June 18: Switzerland vs UEFA Playoff A at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles – 3 PM ET
- June 18: Canada vs Qatar at BC Place, Vancouver – 6 PM ET
- June 24: Switzerland vs Canada at BC Place, Vancouver – 3 PM ET
- June 24: UEFA Playoff A vs Qatar at Lumen Field, Seattle – 3 PM ET
Group C Matches
- June 13: Brazil vs Morocco at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey – 6 PM ET
- June 13: Haiti vs Scotland at Gillette Stadium, Boston – 9 PM ET
- June 19: Scotland vs Morocco at Gillette Stadium, Boston – 6 PM ET
- June 19: Brazil vs Haiti at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia – 9 PM ET
- June 24: Scotland vs Brazil at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami – 6 PM ET
- June 24: Morocco vs Haiti at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta – 6 PM ET
Group D Matches
- June 12: USA vs Paraguay at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles – 9 PM ET
- June 13: Australia vs UEFA Playoff C at BC Place, Vancouver – Midnight ET
- June 19: USA vs Australia at Lumen Field, Seattle – 3 PM ET
- June 19: UEFA Playoff C vs Paraguay at Levi’s Stadium, San Francisco – Midnight ET
- June 25: UEFA Playoff C vs USA at SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles – 10 PM ET
- June 25: Paraguay vs Australia at Levi’s Stadium, San Francisco – 10 PM ET
Knockout Stage Overview
The Round of 32 will commence on June 28, with matches scheduled across various stadiums, leading to the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey. The knockout rounds will feature thrilling matchups as teams compete for a chance to advance toward the ultimate prize.
Plan Your World Cup Experience
Fans are encouraged to start planning their World Cup trips now. With such a vast schedule of matches across North America, this event promises to deliver unforgettable moments for soccer enthusiasts. Make sure to follow El-Balad for further updates and insights on the 2026 World Cup.
