2026 World CupFixtures & Results

View FIFA World Cup 2026 fixtures, results, kick-off times and UK TV coverage. The tournament runs from 11 June to 19 July across Canada, Mexico and the United States.

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About 2026 World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the 23rd edition of the men's international football tournament. It is jointly hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States and is the first edition to feature 48 teams.

Tournament Summary

FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026. SportCalendar lists the confirmed group-stage and knockout fixtures, results, kick-off times and UK broadcast details when available.

Competition Format

The 48 teams are arranged into 12 groups of four. The top two teams in each group and the eight best third-placed teams advance to a Round of 32, followed by a single-elimination knockout stage. The tournament contains 104 matches.

Key Details

Sport
Football
Hosts
Canada, Mexico and the United States
Starts
2026-06-11T00:00:00.000Z
Ends
2026-07-19T00:00:00.000Z
Format
edition
Final venue
New York New Jersey Stadium, East Rutherford

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the FIFA World Cup 2026?

The tournament runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026.

Which countries are hosting the 2026 World Cup?

Canada, Mexico and the United States are jointly hosting the tournament.

How many teams are playing at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 edition is the first men's World Cup to feature 48 teams.

Where can I watch World Cup 2026 matches in the UK?

Confirmed UK TV coverage is shown on each SportCalendar fixture when available.