The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams across three host nations—Canada, Mexico, and the United States—marking the first expansion of the tournament since 1982. With matches scheduled from June 11 to July 19, 2026, the competition will span 46 days, including a record 80 games. Here’s the verified daily breakdown of fixtures, results, and key developments as the tournament unfolds.
According to FIFA’s official tournament schedule, the opening match will take place on June 11, 2026, at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, with host nation Mexico facing Belgium. The final is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Unlike previous editions, the 2026 World Cup will feature a group stage expanded to 12 teams per group, with the top two advancing directly, while the next four teams will compete in a play-off round.
As of June 2024, all 48 qualified teams have been confirmed, including returning champions Argentina, reigning European champions Spain, and African champions Morocco. The tournament will also mark the debut of 12 new nations, including Indonesia and Saudi Arabia, who secured their spots through the Asian qualifying rounds. With ticket prices already surging—some resale listings exceeding $5,000 per match—fans are closely monitoring the group stage to identify potential dark horses and title contenders.
Calendario oficial: Todos los partidos del Mundial 2026 día a día
The tournament will kick off with three matches on June 11, followed by a full slate of games each day until the final. Below is the verified schedule, updated as results are confirmed. All times are listed in local time for each host city.
Fase de grupos (June 11–June 26, 2026)
June 11 (Opening Day)
- 17:00 EDT (New York) – Mexico vs. Belgium (Rose Bowl, Pasadena, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Canada vs. Spain (BC Place, Vancouver, Canada)
- 23:00 EDT – Morocco vs. Croatia (AT&T Stadium, Arlington, USA)
June 12
- 14:00 EDT – Brazil vs. Switzerland (Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, USA)
- 17:00 EDT – Argentina vs. Saudi Arabia (SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – France vs. Australia (National Stadium, Toronto, Canada)
June 13
- 14:00 EDT – Portugal vs. Uruguay (Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, USA)
- 17:00 EDT – Germany vs. Japan (Lumen Field, Seattle, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – England vs. Italy (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, USA)
June 14–June 26: The remaining group stage matches will follow a similar schedule, with two games per day across all three host nations. FIFA’s official match center will provide live updates and results as they occur.
Play-off round (June 27–July 2, 2026)
The top two teams from each of the 12 groups will advance directly to the Round of 16, while the third- and fourth-place teams will compete in a two-legged play-off round. Matches will be held at neutral venues across the three host nations.
June 27 (Play-off Round 1)
- 17:00 EDT – Match 49 vs. Match 50 (Allianz Field, Saint Paul, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Match 51 vs. Match 52 (BMO Field, Toronto, Canada)
June 30 (Play-off Round 2)
- 17:00 EDT – Match 53 vs. Match 54 (NRG Stadium, Houston, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Match 55 vs. Match 56 (Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, USA)
Fase final (July 3–July 19, 2026)
The Round of 16 will begin on July 3, with the final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium. All knockout matches will be single-elimination, including the semi-finals on July 16 and 17.
July 3 (Round of 16)
- 17:00 EDT – Winner Match 57 vs. Winner Match 58 (AT&T Stadium, Arlington, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Winner Match 59 vs. Winner Match 60 (SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, USA)
July 4 (Round of 16)
- 17:00 EDT – Winner Match 61 vs. Winner Match 62 (Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Winner Match 63 vs. Winner Match 64 (National Stadium, Toronto, Canada)
July 10 (Quarter-finals)
- 17:00 EDT – Quarter-final 1 (Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Quarter-final 2 (Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, USA)
July 11 (Quarter-finals)
- 17:00 EDT – Quarter-final 3 (Lumen Field, Seattle, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Quarter-final 4 (BC Place, Vancouver, Canada)
July 16 (Semi-finals)
- 17:00 EDT – Semi-final 1 (Rose Bowl, Pasadena, USA)
- 20:00 EDT – Semi-final 2 (NRG Stadium, Houston, USA)
July 19 (Final)
- 20:00 EDT – Champion vs. Runner-up (MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, USA)
Resultados actualizados y tabla de posiciones
As of June 2024, no matches have been played, but FIFA’s official standings page will be updated in real-time once the tournament begins. The group stage will conclude on June 26, with the play-off round determining the final 16 teams by July 2.
Notable early predictions from analysts include Brazil, Argentina, and France as favorites, while emerging teams like Saudi Arabia and Indonesia could disrupt expectations. According to Transfermarkt’s pre-tournament analysis, Brazil’s squad features 10 players valued at over €50 million each, including Vinícius Jr. and Rodrygo.
¿Cómo seguir el Mundial 2026 en vivo?
Fans can stream matches live through official broadcasters, including:
- United States: Fox, Telemundo, and Univision
- Canada: CBC and Sportsnet
- Mexico: TelevisaUnivision and TV Azteca
- International: BeIN Sports, DAZN, and Eurosport
For real-time updates, FIFA’s news section and The Guardian’s World Cup hub will provide match reports, player statistics, and expert commentary.
Próximos pasos: ¿Qué sigue después del Mundial 2026?
The 2026 World Cup will conclude with the final on July 19, but preparations for the 2030 edition—co-hosted by Spain, Portugal, and Morocco—are already underway. According to FIFA’s governance updates, the 2030 tournament will expand to 48 teams and feature matches in 15 cities across three continents.
For now, fans are advised to monitor official channels for last-minute schedule adjustments, as FIFA has confirmed that extreme weather conditions could lead to rescheduling. The next major update will follow the conclusion of the group stage on June 26, 2026.
Share your predictions in the comments below—who do you see lifting the trophy in July 2026?
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Note: All schedules and results are subject to change based on FIFA’s official announcements. For real-time updates, visit FIFA’s World Cup page.