World Cup 2026 Schedule: Dates, Stadiums, Host Countries and Match Venues Confirmed by FIFA

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is shaping up to be the most exciting and expansive tournament in football history. Hosted across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, this edition marks the first-ever 48-team format, promising more matches, new rivalries, and unforgettable moments for fans around the globe. The event will begin in **June 2026** and run for about a month, with each host nation showcasing its iconic stadiums and vibrant football culture. From opening ceremonies to the grand finale, football enthusiasts are eagerly awaiting the World Cup 2026 schedule that outlines every thrilling fixture and venue.

World Cup 2026 Schedule and Key Dates

The FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule officially kicks off in mid-June 2026, with the grand final set to take place in mid-July. The expanded 48-team format introduces an exciting new structure, dividing teams into 12 groups of four. Each nation will play three group-stage matches, leading into a more dynamic knockout phase. The opening match is expected to take place in Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca, while the final is anticipated to be held in New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. FIFA has confirmed that fixture timings will consider all three host nations’ time zones to ensure maximum global viewership and fan engagement.

Host Countries and Stadium Venues

For the first time ever, the World Cup will be shared among three nations — Canada, USA, and Mexico. Each country will feature multiple world-class stadiums designed to handle massive crowds and deliver unforgettable experiences. Canada will host matches in cities like Toronto and Vancouver, Mexico will welcome fans in Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City, and the USA will dominate with venues across major cities like Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, and Seattle. This cross-border collaboration showcases the unity of North American football and sets a new standard for global sporting events.

Confirmed Stadiums and Cities by FIFA

FIFA has officially listed 16 stadiums that will host the World Cup 2026 matches. These include historic venues and newly upgraded arenas with top-tier facilities. Each stadium has been selected based on infrastructure, capacity, and fan accessibility. Fans can expect world-class hospitality, advanced technology, and electric atmospheres in every city. The combination of iconic football venues like Estadio Azteca and new-age arenas like SoFi Stadium promises a perfect blend of tradition and modernity for the next generation of football lovers.

FIFA World Cup 26 Group Stage fixtures

Thursday, 11 June 2026

• Match 1 – Group A (Mexico #1) – Estadio Azteca Mexico City
• Match 2 – Group A – Estadio Guadalajara

Friday, 12 June 2026

• Match 3 – Group B (Canada #1) – Toronto Stadium
• Match 4 – Group D (USA #1) – Los Angeles Stadium

Saturday, 13 June 2026

• Match 5 – Group C – Boston Stadium
• Match 6 – Group D – BC Place Vancouver
• Match 7 – Group C – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 8 – Group B – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium

Sunday, 14 June 2026

• Match 9 – Group E – Philadelphia Stadium
• Match 10 – Group E – Houston Stadium
• Match 11 – Group F – Dallas Stadium
• Match 12 – Group F – Estadio Monterrey

Monday, 15 June 2026

• Match 13 – Group H – Miami Stadium
• Match 14 – Group H – Atlanta Stadium
• Match 15 – Group G – Los Angeles Stadium
• Match 16 – Group G – Seattle Stadium

Tuesday, 16 June 2026

• Match 17 – Group I – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 18 – Group I – Boston Stadium
• Match 19 – Group J – Kansas City Stadium
• Match 20 – Group J – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium

Wednesday, 17 June 2026

• Match 21 – Group L – Toronto Stadium
• Match 22 – Group L – Dallas Stadium
• Match 23 – Group K – Houston Stadium
• Match 24 – Group K – Estadio Azteca Mexico City

FIFA World Cup 26™ Host Cities

Check out the 16 cities that will play host to FIFA World Cup 26™.

Thursday, 18 June 2026

• Match 25 – Group A – Atlanta Stadium
• Match 26 – Group B – Los Angeles Stadium
• Match 27 – Group B – (Canada #2) – BC Place Vancouver
• Match 28 – Group A – (Mexico #2) – Estadio Guadalajara

Friday, 19 June 2026

• Match 29 – Group C – Philadelphia Stadium
• Match 30 – Group C – Boston Stadium
• Match 31 – Group D – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
• Match 32 – Group D (USA #2) – Seattle Stadium

Saturday, 20 June 2026

• Match 33 – Group E – Toronto Stadium
• Match 34 – Group E – Kansas City Stadium
• Match 35 – Group F – Houston Stadium
• Match 36 – Group F – Estadio Monterrey

Sunday, 21 June 2026

• Match 37 – Group H – Miami Stadium
• Match 38 – Group H – Atlanta Stadium
• Match 39 – Group G – Los Angeles Stadium
• Match 40 – Group G – BC Place Vancouver

Monday, 22 June 2026

• Match 41 – Group I – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 42 – Group I – Philadelphia Stadium
• Match 43 – Group J – Dallas Stadium
• Match 44 – Group J – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium

Tuesday, 23 June 2026

• Match 45 – Group L – Boston Stadium
• Match 46 – Group L – Toronto Stadium
• Match 47 – Group K – Houston Stadium
• Match 48 – Group K – Estadio Guadalajara

Wednesday, 24 June 2026

• Match 49 – Group C – Miami Stadium
• Match 50 – Group C – Atlanta Stadium
• Match 51 – Group B (Canada #3) – BC Place Vancouver
• Match 52 – Group B – Seattle Stadium
• Match 53 – Group A – (Mexico #3) – Estadio Azteca Mexico City
• Match 54 – Group A – Estadio Monterrey

Thursday, 25 June 2026

• Match 55 – Group E – Philadelphia Stadium
• Match 56 – Group E – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 57 – Group F – Dallas Stadium
• Match 58 – Group F – Kansas City Stadium
• Match 59 – Group D – (USA #3) – Los Angeles Stadium
• Match 60 – Group D – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium

Friday, 26 June 2026

• Match 61 – Group I – Boston Stadium
• Match 62 – Group I – Toronto Stadium
• Match 63 – Group G – Seattle Stadium
• Match 64 – Group G – BC Place Vancouver
• Match 65 – Group H – Houston Stadium
• Match 66 – Group H – Estadio Guadalajara

Saturday, 27 June 2026

• Match 67 – Group L – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 68 – Group L – Philadelphia Stadium
• Match 69 – Group J – Kansas City Stadium
• Match 70 – Group J – Dallas Stadium
• Match 71 – Group K – Miami Stadium
• Match 72 – Group K – Atlanta Stadium

FIFA World Cup 26 – Round of 32 fixtures

Sunday, 28 June 2026

• Match 73 – Group A runners-up v Group B runners-up – Los Angeles Stadium

Monday, 29 June 2026

• Match 74 – Group E winners v Group A/B/C/D/F third place – Boston Stadium
• Match 75 – Group F winners v Group C runners-up – Estadio Monterrey
• Match 76 – Group C winners v Group F runners-up – Houston Stadium

Tuesday, 30 June 2026

• Match 77 – Group I winners v Group C/D/F/G/H third place – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 78 – Group E runners up v Group I runners-up – Dallas Stadium
• Match 79 – Group A winners v Group C/E/F/H/I third place – Estadio Azteca Mexico City

Wednesday, 1 July 2026

• Match 80 – Group L winners v Group E/H/I/J/K third place – Atlanta Stadium
• Match 81 – Group D winners v Group B/E/F/I/J third place – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
• Match 82 – Group G winners v Group A/E/H/I/J third place – Seattle Stadium

Thursday, 2 July 2026

• Match 83 – Group K runners-up v Group L runners-up – Toronto Stadium
• Match 84 – Group H winners v Group J runners-up – Los Angeles Stadium
• Match 85 – Group B winners v Group E/F/G/I/J third place – BC Place Vancouver

Friday, 3 July 2026

• Match 86 – Group J winners v Group H runners-up – Miami Stadium
• Match 87 – Group K winners v Group D/E/I/J/L third place – Kansas City Stadium
• Match 88 – Group D runners-up v Group G runners-up – Dallas Stadium

FIFA World Cup 26 Round of 16 fixtures

Saturday, 4 July 2026

• Match 89 – Winner match 74 v Winner match 77 – Philadelphia Stadium
• Match 90 – Winner match 73 v Winner match 75 – Houston Stadium

Sunday, 5 July 2026

• Match 91 – Winner match 76 v Winner match 78 – New York New Jersey Stadium
• Match 92 – Winner match 79 v Winner match 80 – Estadio Azteca Mexico City

Monday, 6 July 2026

• Match 93 – Winner match 83 v Winner match 84 – Dallas Stadium
• Match 94 – Winner match 81 v Winner match 82 – Seattle Stadium

Tuesday, 7 July 2026

• Match 95 – Winner match 86 v Winner match 88 – Atlanta Stadium
• Match 96 – Winner match 85 v Winner match 87 – BC Place Vancouver

FIFA World Cup 26 quarter-final fixtures

Thursday, 9 July 2026

• Match 97 – Winner match 89 v Winner match 90 – Boston Stadium

Friday, 10 July 2026

• Match 98 – Winner match 93 v Winner match 94 – Los Angeles Stadium

Saturday, 11 July 2026

• Match 99 – Winner match 91 v Winner match 92 – Miami Stadium
• Match 100 – Winner match 95 v Winner match 96 – Kansas City Stadium

FIFA World Cup 26 semi-final fixtures

Tuesday, 14 July 2026

• Match 101 – Winner match 97 v Winner match 98 – Dallas Stadium

Wednesday, 15 July 2026

• Match 102 – Winner match 99 v Winner match 100 – Atlanta Stadium

FIFA World Cup 26 bronze final

Saturday, 18 July 2026

• Match 103 – Loser match 101 v Loser match 102 – Miami Stadium

FIFA World Cup 26 Final

Sunday, 19 July 2026

• Match 104 – Winner match 101 v Winner match 102 – New York New Jersey Stadium

FIFA’s Vision for World Cup 2026

The FIFA 2026 vision goes beyond football—it’s about unity, diversity, and global inclusion. By bringing together three nations, FIFA aims to promote cultural exchange and economic growth across North America. Sustainability and technology will play key roles, with eco-friendly transportation, renewable energy, and advanced digital engagement for fans worldwide. The tournament is expected to attract record-breaking audiences and set a new benchmark for international sports events, emphasizing fair play, innovation, and global celebration of the beautiful game.

FAQ 1: When does the World Cup 2026 start?

The tournament begins in mid-June 2026, lasting about a month.

FAQ 2: Which countries are hosting the event?

Canada, the United States, and Mexico will co-host the World Cup 2026.

FAQ 3: Where will the final match be held?

The final is expected to take place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

FAQ 4: How many teams will participate?

A total of 48 teams will compete in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.