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FIFA WORLD CUP 2026

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FIFA World Cup 2026 Overview

Everything to Know About FIFA World Cup 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be played from 11 June to 19 July 2026 across Canada, Mexico, and the United States. It is the biggest edition in tournament history, with 48 teams, 104 matches, and 16 host cities spread across North America.

This will be the first men's World Cup to use the 48-team format. The expanded setup creates 12 groups of four teams each, followed by a new Round of 32 before the usual Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and final.

Mexico will host the opening match in Mexico City, while the final is set for New York New Jersey Stadium in East Rutherford on 19 July 2026. That gives the tournament a clear start and finish across two of the biggest stages in the three-host format.

The page brings together the key parts of the tournament in one place, including the full match schedule, qualified teams, group-stage picture, host cities, stadiums, and fan planning details. If you want the complete World Cup 2026 picture without jumping between different sources, this is the core overview.

Road to the World Cup

World Cup 2026 Qualification Status by Confederation

Qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is conducted through six continental confederations, each operating its own qualification format and timeline.

AFC

Asian Football Confederation

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Asian Football Confederation qualification for the 2026 World Cup involves multiple rounds of group stage matches followed by final qualification rounds.

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CAF

Confederation of African Football

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African teams qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 through a structured group based qualification system managed by the Confederation of African Football.

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CONCACAF

Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football

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As host confederation, CONCACAF qualification includes automatic qualification for the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

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CONMEBOL

South American Football Confederation

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South American qualification for the 2026 World Cup follows a round robin league format where national teams play home and away matches.

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OFC

Oceania Football Confederation

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Oceania Football Confederation qualification provides a historic opportunity, as the region has been granted a guaranteed World Cup qualification place for the first time.

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UEFA

Union of European Football Associations

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European qualification for the FIFA World Cup 2026 is managed by UEFA through group stage competition followed by playoff rounds.

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Upcoming Matches

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June 11 • 19:00 UTC Group A
MexicoMexico
0 - 0
South AfricaSouth Africa
📍 Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
June 12 • 02:00 UTC Group A
South KoreaSouth Korea
0 - 0
Czech RepublicCzech Republic
📍 Estadio Akron, Guadalajara
June 12 • 19:00 UTC Group B
CanadaCanada
0 - 0
Bosnia and HerzegovinaBosnia and Herzegovina
📍 BMO Field, Toronto
June 13 • 01:00 UTC Group D
USAUSA
0 - 0
ParaguayParaguay
📍 SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles
June 13 • 19:00 UTC Group B
QatarQatar
0 - 0
SwitzerlandSwitzerland
📍 Levi's Stadium, San Francisco
June 13 • 22:00 UTC Group C
BrazilBrazil
0 - 0
MoroccoMorocco
📍 MetLife Stadium, New Jersey

Check Your Country Time Zone

Pick your country to see the closest time zone, your current local time there now, and a quick World Cup host-city comparison. If your country spans more than one zone, choose the region that matches where you live.

Choose a country or use your device time zone to see the result.

FIFA World Cup Match Live Stream

Live Stream Starts June 11, 2026 — 15 minutes before kick-off

Stream availability depends on your region. Geo-restrictions may apply.

Stream Poster

Live Stream Starts June 11, 2026 — 15 minutes before kick-off

Official Broadcasters

  • USA FOX Sports, Telemundo
  • Mexico Televisa, TV Azteca
  • Canada CTV, TSN, RDS
  • UK BBC, ITV

Stream availability depends on your region. Geo-restrictions may apply.

Latest News

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Current Tables

Group Standings

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Host Nations

Host Cities & Stadiums

Explore the 16 iconic venues across the USA, Mexico, and Canada.

USA Stadiums
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United States

Beautiful American Host Cities including New York/NJ, Los Angeles, and Miami.

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Mexico Stadiums
3 Venues

Mexico

Home to the legendary Estadio Azteca (Mexico City), plus the modern steel giants of Monterrey and Guadalajara.

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Canada Stadiums
2 Venues

Canada

The World Cup comes North. Experience the action at Toronto Stadium (BMO Field) and the spectacular BC Place Vancouver.

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Plan Your Trip

Fan Essentials & Planning

Everything you need to know to witness history.

Tickets & Packages

Get the latest info on ticket phases, prices, and official hospitality packages for all 104 matches.

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Travel & Hotels

Find the best flight deals and accommodation options near the stadiums in USA, Canada, and Mexico.

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Broadcasting Guide

A complete guide on how to watch every match live. TV channels, streaming apps, and rights holders.

Watch Guide →

Watch on SBS

Australia guide to watching all 104 World Cup 2026 matches live and free on SBS, SBS VICELAND, and SBS On Demand.

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Watch by Network

Featured Broadcaster Guides

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How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on SBS
Broadcast Guide

How to Watch on SBS

Australia guide for SBS, SBS VICELAND, and SBS On Demand access during World Cup 2026.

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How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on BBC
Broadcast Guide

How to Watch on BBC

United Kingdom guide for BBC coverage, access routes, key dates, and broadcaster planning notes.

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How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on Fox Sports
Broadcast Guide

How to Watch on Fox Sports

United States guide for Fox Sports coverage, TV access, streaming considerations, and tournament timing.

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How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on Telemundo
Broadcast Guide

How to Watch on Telemundo

Spanish-language United States route with broadcaster guide coverage, access notes, and stage planning links.

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How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on Bell Media
Broadcast Guide

How to Watch on Bell Media

Canada broadcaster guide for Bell Media access, local planning notes, and World Cup 2026 schedule basics.

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How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 on ITV
Broadcast Guide

How to Watch on ITV

United Kingdom guide for ITV1, ITV4, ITVX, STV, and the official World Cup 2026 match split.

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Got Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, ticket sales are ongoing through multiple phases. The main sale phase will open closer to the tournament. Sign up for official FIFA notifications to get alerts about ticket releases and availability.

Lionel Messi has indicated that the 2026 World Cup will likely be his final World Cup appearance. At 39 years old during the tournament, fans hope to see the Argentine legend make one more run at football's biggest stage.

Visa requirements depend on your nationality. US and Canadian citizens can travel freely between both countries. Most visitors to the US and Canada need either a visa or an ESTA/eTA. Mexico has more relaxed visa policies for many countries. Check with each country's immigration website for specific requirements.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. The stadium, located just outside New York City, has a capacity of over 82,000 spectators.

The expanded format features 12 groups of 4 teams each. The top 2 teams from each group plus the 8 best third-placed teams advance to a new Round of 32. From there, it's a traditional knockout format through Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, and the Final.

World Cup 2026 is historic for several reasons: it's the first 48-team tournament (expanded from 32), the first hosted by three nations (USA, Mexico, Canada), and features 104 matches instead of 64. It also introduces a Round of 32 knockout stage before the traditional Round of 16.