FIFA World Cup 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 Countdown: Schedule, Tickets & Host Cities
United 2026: USA • Canada • Mexico
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Canada
Mexico
Group A
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Thu 11 Jun | Mexico vs South Africa | Mexico City Stadium |
| Thu 11 Jun | Korea Republic vs Czechia/Denmark/N. Macedonia/Ireland | Estadio Guadalajara |
| Thu 18 Jun | Czechia/Denmark/N. Macedonia/Ireland vs South Africa | Atlanta Stadium |
| Thu 18 Jun | Mexico vs Korea Republic | Estadio Guadalajara |
| Wed 24 Jun | Czechia/Denmark/N. Macedonia/Ireland vs Mexico | Mexico City Stadium |
| Wed 24 Jun | South Africa vs Korea Republic | Estadio Monterrey |
Group B
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 12 Jun | Canada vs Bosnia/Italy/N. Ireland/Wales | Toronto Stadium |
| Sat 13 Jun | Qatar vs Switzerland | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium |
| Thu 18 Jun | Switzerland vs Bosnia/Italy/N. Ireland/Wales | Los Angeles Stadium |
| Thu 18 Jun | Canada vs Qatar | BC Place Vancouver |
| Wed 24 Jun | Switzerland vs Canada | BC Place Vancouver |
| Wed 24 Jun | Bosnia/Italy/N. Ireland/Wales vs Qatar | Seattle Stadium |
Group C
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Sat 13 Jun | Haiti vs Scotland | Boston Stadium |
| Sat 13 Jun | Brazil vs Morocco | New York New Jersey Stadium |
| Fri 19 Jun | Brazil vs Haiti | Philadelphia Stadium |
| Fri 19 Jun | Scotland vs Morocco | Boston Stadium |
| Wed 24 Jun | Scotland vs Brazil | Miami Stadium |
| Wed 24 Jun | Morocco vs Haiti | Atlanta Stadium |
Group D
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 12 Jun | USA vs Paraguay | Los Angeles Stadium |
| Sat 13 Jun | Australia vs Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye | BC Place Vancouver |
| Fri 19 Jun | Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye vs Paraguay | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium |
| Fri 19 Jun | USA vs Australia | Seattle Stadium |
| Thu 25 Jun | Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye vs USA | Los Angeles Stadium |
| Thu 25 Jun | Paraguay vs Australia | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium |
Group E
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 14 Jun | Côte d'Ivoire vs Ecuador | Philadelphia Stadium |
| Sun 14 Jun | Germany vs Curaçao | Houston Stadium |
| Sat 20 Jun | Germany vs Côte d'Ivoire | Toronto Stadium |
| Sat 20 Jun | Ecuador vs Curaçao | Kansas City Stadium |
| Thu 25 Jun | Curaçao vs Côte d'Ivoire | Philadelphia Stadium |
| Thu 25 Jun | Ecuador vs Germany | New York New Jersey Stadium |
Group F
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Sun 14 Jun | Netherlands vs Japan | Dallas Stadium |
| Sun 14 Jun | Albania/Poland/Sweden/Ukraine vs Tunisia | Estadio Monterrey |
| Sat 20 Jun | Netherlands vs Albania/Poland/Sweden/Ukraine | Houston Stadium |
| Sat 20 Jun | Tunisia vs Japan | Estadio Monterrey |
| Thu 25 Jun | Japan vs Albania/Poland/Sweden/Ukraine | Dallas Stadium |
| Thu 25 Jun | Tunisia vs Netherlands | Kansas City Stadium |
Group G
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 15 Jun | IR Iran vs New Zealand | Los Angeles Stadium |
| Mon 15 Jun | Belgium vs Egypt | Seattle Stadium |
| Sun 21 Jun | Belgium vs IR Iran | Los Angeles Stadium |
| Sun 21 Jun | New Zealand vs Egypt | BC Place Vancouver |
| Fri 26 Jun | Egypt vs IR Iran | Seattle Stadium |
| Fri 26 Jun | New Zealand vs Belgium | BC Place Vancouver |
Group H
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Mon 15 Jun | Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay | Miami Stadium |
| Mon 15 Jun | Spain vs Cabo Verde | Atlanta Stadium |
| Sun 21 Jun | Uruguay vs Cabo Verde | Miami Stadium |
| Sun 21 Jun | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | Atlanta Stadium |
| Fri 26 Jun | Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia | Houston Stadium |
| Fri 26 Jun | Uruguay vs Spain | Estadio Guadalajara |
Group I
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 16 Jun | France vs Senegal | New York New Jersey Stadium |
| Tue 16 Jun | Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname vs Norway | Boston Stadium |
| Mon 22 Jun | Norway vs Senegal | New York New Jersey Stadium |
| Mon 22 Jun | France vs Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname | Philadelphia Stadium |
| Fri 26 Jun | Norway vs France | Boston Stadium |
| Fri 26 Jun | Senegal vs Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname | Toronto Stadium |
Group J
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Tue 16 Jun | Argentina vs Algeria | Kansas City Stadium |
| Tue 16 Jun | Austria vs Jordan | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium |
| Mon 22 Jun | Argentina vs Austria | Dallas Stadium |
| Mon 22 Jun | Jordan vs Algeria | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium |
| Sat 27 Jun | Algeria vs Austria | Kansas City Stadium |
| Sat 27 Jun | Jordan vs Argentina | Dallas Stadium |
Group K
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 17 Jun | Portugal vs Congo DR/Jamaica/New Caledonia | Houston Stadium |
| Wed 17 Jun | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Mexico City Stadium |
| Tue 23 Jun | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Houston Stadium |
| Tue 23 Jun | Colombia vs Congo DR/Jamaica/New Caledonia | Estadio Guadalajara |
| Sat 27 Jun | Colombia vs Portugal | Miami Stadium |
| Sat 27 Jun | Congo DR/Jamaica/New Caledonia vs Uzbekistan | Atlanta Stadium |
Group L
| Date | Match | Stadium |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 17 Jun | Ghana vs Panama | Toronto Stadium |
| Wed 17 Jun | England vs Croatia | Dallas Stadium |
| Tue 23 Jun | England vs Ghana | Boston Stadium |
| Tue 23 Jun | Panama vs Croatia | Toronto Stadium |
| Sat 27 Jun | Panama vs England | New York New Jersey Stadium |
| Sat 27 Jun | Croatia vs Ghana | Philadelphia Stadium |
World Cup 2026: The Complete Guide
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the most spectacular football tournament in history, hosted across three nations—the United States, Canada, and Mexico—featuring an expanded format of 48 teams.
16 Host Cities
Matches will be held in state-of-the-art stadiums carefully selected for the ultimate fan experience.
- United States: 11 venues including MetLife (Final), SoFi, and AT&T Stadium.
- Mexico: 3 venues including the legendary Estadio Azteca (Opening Match).
- Canada: 2 venues at BC Place (Vancouver) and BMO Field (Toronto).
Key Landmarks
Starting at Estadio Azteca on June 11, 2026, and concluding at MetLife Stadium on July 19, 2026.
Tournament Tickets
Official tickets will be sold exclusively via FIFA's portal. Here are the estimated price ranges based on market trends:
Group Stage$70 - $220
Round of 32$100 - $300
Quarter-Finals$150 - $450
Semi-Finals$300 - $900
World Cup Final$500 - $2,000+
Ticketing Phases
Random Selection Draw (Late 2025), First-Come First-Served (Early 2026), and Last-Minute Sales during the event.
New Tournament Format
The 2026 edition introduces revolutionary changes to the world's biggest sporting event:
- 48 Teams: Expanded from 32 teams for more global representation.
- 104 Matches: Increased from 64, offering 40 additional games of football.
- 12 Groups: 4 teams per group, with the top 2 and 8 best 3rd-place teams advancing.
Plan Your Experience
With matches spread across North America, early planning is essential for the best experience.
- Book Early: Secure hotels 6-12 months in advance in major host cities.
- Fan Festivals: Official FIFA festivals with live screenings and entertainment in every city.
- Collectibles: The iconic Panini Sticker Album will return with all 48 teams.
The Journey to 2026 Starts Now
Stay updated on official announcements, match schedules, and team qualifications.
Official FIFA Updates