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How the World Cup 2026 Schedule Works
The 2026 World Cup features a brand new match schedule designed to accommodate the expanded 48-team format. Over a span of 39 days, a total of 104 matches will be played across three host nations: the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
The tournament begins with a 72-match group stage from June 11 to June 27, featuring up to 6 matches per day. The top two teams from each group, along with the 8 best third-placed teams, then progress to the newly introduced Round of 32 knockout stage.
All match kickoff times displayed on our schedule are automatically converted to India Standard Time (IST) for your convenience, allowing you to follow every match of the tournament live without manual timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the World Cup 2026 start and end?
The opening match kicks off on June 11, 2026, at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The final will take place on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
How many venues and cities are hosting matches?
Matches will be hosted across 16 world-class venues: 11 in the USA, 3 in Mexico, and 2 in Canada.
How many matches will be played in total?
Due to the tournament expansion from 32 to 48 teams, the total number of matches increases from 64 in previous editions to 104 matches.
How can I filter the schedule by team or city?
You can use our interactive filters panel on desktop or the filters bar on mobile to narrow down the schedule by specific teams (e.g., USA, Mexico, Canada), host countries, or cities.
Are kickoff times shown in local venue times or India Standard Time (IST)?
All match kickoff times on this schedule are displayed in India Standard Time (IST). For example, the opening match on June 11 at 3:30 PM local venue time in Mexico City is shown as June 12 at 3:00 AM IST.
How does the new knockout bracket schedule work?
The knockout phase begins on June 28 and ends with the final on July 19. The expansion introduces a new Round of 32, followed by the Round of 16, Quarter-Finals, Semi-Finals, and the Final.