World Cup 2026: Full match schedule, groups, teams and start times
Summary
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will begin on June 11, hosted jointly by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The tournament features 48 teams divided into 12 groups and will include 104 matches, starting with Mexico vs South Africa. The final will take place on July 19 at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.Key Facts
- The World Cup 2026 is cohosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
- This is the 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup and will have 48 teams, an expanded number from previous tournaments.
- The tournament starts on June 11 with a match between Mexico and South Africa in Mexico City.
- The final match is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, renamed New York New Jersey Stadium for the event.
- FIFA renamed stadiums to prevent non-sponsor brand advertising during the tournament.
- The tournament will have one group stage followed by four knockout rounds: Round of 32, Round of 16, quarterfinals, and semifinals before the final.
- Matches are spread across multiple stadiums in the three host countries.
- Argentina is the defending champion, having won the last World Cup in 2022.
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