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FIFA 2026 Fixtures & Schedule

Browse all 12 groups, match fixtures, and host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Search any country to find their matches instantly.

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Understanding the 2026 World Cup Format

The 2026 FIFA World Cup marks a historic expansion, welcoming 48 national teams for the first time. With 12 groups of four and a round of 32 before the quarterfinals, this tournament format ensures more competitive matches and gives smaller footballing nations their chance on the biggest stage.

Co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States, the tournament spans 16 cities across three countries, making it the most geographically ambitious World Cup ever. Use this tracker to follow every group, fixture, and host city.

Group Stage

48 teams play in 12 groups of four. Each team plays three matches (one against each group opponent). The top two teams from each group, plus the eight best third-placed teams, advance to the knockout stage.

Knockout Stage

32 teams enter the single-elimination bracket. Matches are decided by extra time and penalty shootouts if needed. The knockout stage spans from the round of 32 through the final at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The opening match is Mexico vs South Africa at the Mexico City Stadium on June 11. The final takes place at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19.
48 nations will participate — the largest World Cup in history. They are divided into 12 groups of four. The top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams advance to the round of 32.
The tournament is co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States across 16 cities. Mexico opens the tournament and plays in Group A, Canada plays in Group B (Toronto), and the USA plays in Group D (Los Angeles).
Use the search bar at the top of this page. Type your country's name (e.g. "Brazil", "England", "Argentina") and both the group tables and fixture list will filter instantly to show only your team's information.
The opening match is Mexico vs South Africa on June 11, 2026, at the Mexico City Stadium (Estadio Azteca). This is a Group A fixture and marks the start of the 23rd FIFA World Cup.
The final will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey (New York/NJ metro area) on July 19, 2026. MetLife Stadium has a capacity of over 82,000 and is the largest NFL stadium in the United States.
After the group stage, 32 teams advance to single-elimination knockout rounds: Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, Third-place match, and the Final. Draws are decided by extra time (2×15 minutes) and penalty shootouts.

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