2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule: Kickoff times, dates, how to watch

The 2026 FIFA World Cup commenced on June 11, 2026, featuring a record-breaking 104 matches over 38 days, held across 16 host cities in three countries. This historic tournament, showcasing 48 teams, marked a unique competition, with every former champion participating except for Italy and welcomed four debutants: Cabo Verde, Curacao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan.

The event saw the USA hosting the World Cup for the second time, facing immense expectations from fans and media alike. The U.S.A. entered the tournament hoping to build on the previous hype after their journey to the knockout stages in 2022. Their performance would be closely monitored, as would those of co-hosts Mexico and Canada.

Argentina, the defending champions, were heavily favored, especially with Lionel Messi likely playing his final World Cup. Key rival Cristiano Ronaldo faced similar expectations, as this could also mark the end of his World Cup journey. Other notable players such as Neymar, Luka Modric, and possibly even Mohamed Salah raised questions about their longevity for the next World Cup in 2030.

France sought to reclaim their title from 2018 after losing it in a dramatic final in 2022. Spain emerged as a favorite among many pundits, with Brazil, Portugal, and England also considered strong contenders. This World Cup promised to deliver captivating stories and unforgettable moments.

Fans can catch every match live on Fubo, with coverage in English available on Fox and in Spanish on Telemundo.

FIFA World Cup Schedule (All times Eastern)

Thursday, June 11
Mexico 2, South Africa 0
South Korea 2, Czechia 1
Friday, June 12
Canada 1, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1
USMNT 4, Paraguay 1
Saturday, June 13
Qatar 1, Switzerland 1
Brazil 1, Morocco 1
Scotland 1, Haiti 0
Sunday, June 14
Australia 2, Turkiye 0
Germany 7, Curacao 1
Netherlands 2, Japan 2
Ivory Coast 1, Ecuador 0
Sweden 5, Tunisia 1
Monday, June 15
Spain 0, Cabo Verde 0
Belgium 1, Egypt 1
Saudi Arabia 1, Uruguay 1
Iran 2, New Zealand 2
Tuesday, June 16
France 3, Senegal 1
Norway 4, Iraq 1
Argentina 3, Algeria 0
Wednesday, June 17
Austria 3, Jordan 1
Portugal 1, DR Congo 1
England 4, Croatia 2
Ghana 1, Panama 0
Colombia 3, Uzbekistan 1
Thursday, June 18
Czechia 1, South Africa 1
Switzerland 4, Bosnia and Herzegovina 1
Canada 6, Qatar 0
Mexico 1, South Korea 0
Friday, June 19
USA 2, Australia 0
Morocco 1, Scotland 0
Brazil 3, Haiti 0
Paraguay 1, Turkiye 0
Saturday, June 20
Netherlands 5, Sweden 1
Germany 2, Ivory Coast 1
Ecuador 0, Curacao 0
Sunday, June 21
Tunisia 0, Japan 4
Spain 4, Saudi Arabia 0
Belgium 1, Iran 1
Uruguay 2, Cabo Verde 2
New Zealand vs. Egypt, 9 p.m.