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FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Schedule: Dates, Venues & Kick-Off Times
By Suresh Kumar•
The FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule is packed with high-stakes football. With 48 teams competing across three nations, matches are spread across multiple North American time zones, from the Pacific Coast to the Eastern Seaboard.
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Below is the complete outline of key fixture dates, venues, and kick-off blocks for the tournament, which runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
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Schedule Overview by Phase
The tournament structure spans five consecutive rounds:Notable Group Stage Fixtures
| Date (US Local) | Fixture | Stadium & City | Time Zone |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 | Mexico vs Costa Rica (Opening) | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City | CST (UTC-6) |
| June 12, 2026 | Canada vs Group Opponent | BMO Field, Toronto | EDT (UTC-4) |
| June 12, 2026 | USA vs Group Opponent | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | PDT (UTC-7) |
| June 18, 2026 | Argentina vs France | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | EDT (UTC-4) |
| June 22, 2026 | Brazil vs Spain | SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles | PDT (UTC-7) |
| June 26, 2026 | England vs Germany | Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia | EDT (UTC-4) |
Final Knockout Dates
| Match | Date (US Local) | Venue | Kick-off Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-Final 1 | July 14, 2026 | AT&T Stadium, Dallas | 18:00 Local |
| Semi-Final 2 | July 15, 2026 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta | 18:00 Local |
| 3rd Place Match | July 18, 2026 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami | 14:00 Local |
| World Cup Final | July 19, 2026 | MetLife Stadium, New York/NJ | 14:00 Local |
Use our automated timezone tool to convert all match times to your local browser offset!
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