The FIFA World Cup 2026 https://www.effectivecpmnetwork.com/qp27t7g0?key=330d3b20aa2b8512e33c0c1b7315ff94 runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The expanded tournament features 48 teams playing a total of 104 matches.
Tournament Schedule Overview
The full tournament is broken down into the following stages according to the Britannica Tournament Guide:
| Tournament Stage , | Date Range (2026) | Number of Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Group Stage (Matchday 1) | June 11 – June 17 | 24 matches |
| Group Stage (Matchday 2) | June 18 – June 23 | 24 matches |
| Group Stage (Matchday 3) | June 24 – June 27 | 24 matches |
| Round of 32 | June 28 – July 3 | 16 matches |
| Round of 16 | July 4 – July 7 | 8 matches |
| Quarter-finals | July 9 – July 11 | 4 matches |
| Semi-finals | July 14 – July 15 | 2 matches |
| Third-place Play-off | July 18 | 1 match |
| World Cup Final | July 19 | 1 match |
Key Match Milestones
- Opening Match: Played on June 11, 2026, at the Mexico City Stadium (Estadio Azteca), where Mexico defeated South Africa 2–0.
- Final Match: Staged on July 19, 2026, at the rebranded New York New Jersey Stadium (MetLife Stadium).
Current & Upcoming Group Matches
As detailed on the Sky Sports Fixture Schedule, here is a look at the lineup over the coming days:
- June 13: Qatar vs Switzerland, Brazil vs Morocco, Haiti vs Scotland, Australia vs Türkiye
- June 14: Germany vs Curaçao, Netherlands vs Japan, Ivory Coast vs Ecuador, Sweden vs Tunisia
- June 15: Spain vs Cabo Verde, Belgium vs Egypt, Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay
- June 16: Iran vs New Zealand, France vs Senegal, Iraq vs Norway
For real-time live updates, group standings, and kickoff times specific to your location, you can check the FIFA Official Scores and Fixtures page