Match Schedule
FIFA World Cup 2026™
Tournament Timeline
June 11
Opening Match
Opening ceremony and first match of the tournament
June 11-27
Group Stage
48 teams compete in 16 groups of three
June 28-July 1
Round of 32
First knockout round with 32 qualified teams
July 2-5
Round of 16
16 teams compete for quarter-final spots
July 9-10
Quarter-finals
8 teams battle for semi-final places
July 14-15
Semi-finals
4 teams compete for a place in the final
July 18
Third Place Play-off
Match to determine third place
July 19
Final
World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium
Full Tournament Schedule
| Stage | Date Range | Number of Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Group Stage | June 11 - June 27, 2026 | 48 |
| Round of 32 | June 28 - July 1, 2026 | 16 |
| Round of 16 | July 2 - July 5, 2026 | 8 |
| Quarter-finals | July 9 - July 10, 2026 | 4 |
| Semi-finals | July 14 - July 15, 2026 | 2 |
| Third Place Play-off | July 18, 2026 | 1 |
| Final | July 19, 2026 | 1 |
Note: Exact match dates and times will be announced closer to the tournament. All dates are subject to change by FIFA.