Complete Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule – From Opening Match to the Final

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the first tournament hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico . It will also be the largest World Cup ever with 48 participating nations . Here’s everything you need to know about the full match schedule, host cities, and key dates. 1. Opening Match – A Historic Kickoff in Mexico City • Date: June 11, 2026 • Venue: Estadio Azteca, Mexico City • Highlight: First stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches (1970, 1986, 2026) 2. Group Stage – Spanning Three Nations • Dates: June 11 – June 27 • Format: 16 groups playing across 12 cities • Host Cities: – USA: Los Angeles, New York/New Jersey, Miami, Dallas, and more – Canada: Toronto, Vancouver – Mexico: Mexico City, Monterrey 3. Knockout Rounds – From Round of 32 to Quarterfinals • Round of 32: June 28 – July 3 • Round of 16: July 4 – July 7 • Quarterfinals: July 9 – July 11 • All matches: Hosted in the United States (e.g., Chicago, Atl...