✅ Schedule Confirmed — June 11 – July 19, 2026
MATCH SCHEDULE
104 Matches · 39 Days · 16 Cities
USA · Canada · Mexico
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Opens
June 11, 2026 · Mexico City
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Final
July 19, 2026 · MetLife Stadium
Tournament Phases
Plan your travel around each knockout round
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Group Stage
June 11 – 27, 2026
Format
12 groups · 4 teams each · 3 matches per group
Venues
All 16 host cities active
Travel note
Highest demand period — book early
72 matches
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Round of 32
July 1 – 4, 2026
Format
32 teams advance from groups
Venues
Primary USA + Mexico venues
Travel note
Short notice flights surge — have packages ready
16 matches
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Round of 16
July 5 – 7, 2026
Format
16 teams, winner-take-all
Venues
Top-tier stadium cities
Travel note
Best time to follow a specific team
8 matches
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Quarter-Finals
July 9 – 11, 2026
Format
8 teams compete for the final four
Venues
Major venue cities
Travel note
Premium demand — plan 6+ weeks ahead
4 matches
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Semi-Finals
July 14 – 15, 2026
Format
Last four nations, highest stakes
Venues
MetLife Stadium (NJ) + AT&T Stadium (Dallas)
Travel note
Sellout risk — secured packages only
2 matches
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Final
July 19, 2026
Format
The championship match
Venues
MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey
Travel note
Global sellout — VIP packages only available
1 match
Key Matches
Highest-demand fixtures — limited availability
Opening MatchCONFIRMED
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Mexico
VS
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South Africa
📅June 11, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET
🏟️Estadio Azteca · Mexico City, Mexico
ℹ️Host nation opens the tournament
USA DebutGROUP A
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USA
VS
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Paraguay
📅June 12, 2026
🏟️SoFi Stadium · Los Angeles, USA
ℹ️Host nation home opener
Canada DebutGROUP B
🇨🇦
Canada
VS
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Bosnia & Herz.
📅June 12, 2026
🏟️BMO Field · Toronto, Canada
ℹ️Host nation home opener
The FinalFINAL
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TBD
VS
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TBD
📅July 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM ET
🏟️MetLife Stadium · New York / New Jersey, USA
ℹ️82,500-seat showpiece
Tournament Format
48 teams · 12 groups · 104 matches
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Group Stage
80
matches
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Round of 16
16
matches
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Quarter Finals
8
matches
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Semi Finals
4
matches
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Third Place
1
match
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Final
1
match
City Travel Guide by Phase
Which city to be in — and when
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Mexico City
Mexico
Group Stage (inc. Opening Match)Round of 32
Home of the Opening Match (Mexico vs South Africa, June 11). Azteca atmosphere is unmatchable.
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Los Angeles
USA
Group StageRound of 32Quarter-Finals
Biggest American city for the Cup. USA home opener here. Multiple venues within the metro.
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Dallas
USA
Group StageRound of 32Semi-Finals
AT&T Stadium hosts a Semi-Final. High-value stop if you're chasing deep-run teams.
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New York / NJ
USA
Group StageRound of 32Semi-FinalsFINAL
MetLife Stadium hosts the Final. Book NJ/NYC hotels now — final weekend sells out first.
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Toronto
Canada
Group Stage (inc. Canada opener)
Canada's home opener is here. Strong demand from North American fans.
🇺🇸
Miami
USA
Group StageRound of 32
Latin American fan base makes this a festival atmosphere for group stage.
Schedule FAQ
What is the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule?+
The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs June 11 – July 19, 2026. Group stage: June 11-27 (12 groups, 72 matches). Round of 32: July 1-4 (16 matches). Round of 16: July 5-7 (8 matches). Quarter-finals: July 9-11 (4 matches). Semi-finals: July 14-15 (2 matches). Third-place: July 18. Final: July 19, MetLife Stadium, New York/NJ.
How many matches will be played at World Cup 2026?+
A total of 104 matches will be played. This includes 72 group stage matches (12 groups of 4 teams), 16 Round of 32, 8 Round of 16, 4 Quarter-finals, 2 Semi-finals, 1 Third Place match, and 1 Final.
Which stadium will host the final?+
The final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026. This 82,500-capacity venue is one of the most iconic stadiums in North America.
Will matches be played simultaneously?+
Yes, particularly in the group stage. Up to 4 matches can be played simultaneously to accommodate the expanded 48-team format. Knockout rounds typically feature 2 matches per day.
What are the match kickoff times?+
Kickoff times will vary by venue and timezone. Expect matches throughout the day (morning, afternoon, evening) to accommodate global TV audiences and different time zones across the three host countries.
Can I watch multiple matches in one day?+
During group stage, yes! If matches are in the same city or nearby venues. We offer same-day multi-match packages with transportation between stadiums. Knockout rounds typically have one match per day per city.
Will there be rest days during the tournament?+
Yes, FIFA schedules rest days between knockout rounds. Typically 1-2 days between Round of 16 and Quarter Finals, 2-3 days before Semi Finals, and 3-4 days before the Final.
How do I plan travel between cities?+
Our packages include all inter-city travel for multi-match bookings. We arrange flights, trains, or private transportation depending on distance and package tier. All logistics handled for you.
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