The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest in tournament history, kicking off on June 11 across North America. With 48 teams spread across 12 groups, this edition promises unprecedented excitement as nations vie for the coveted trophy. Matches will be hosted in 11 U.S. cities, three in Mexico, and two in Canada, offering a truly continental celebration of soccer.
The action begins with Group A as Mexico faces South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City at 3 p.m., followed by South Korea taking on Czechia at Estadio Akron in Zapopan at 10 p.m. Group B features Canada versus Bosnia & Herzegovina at BMO Field in Toronto at 3 p.m., while the USA opens its campaign against Paraguay at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, at 9 p.m.
Day two brings more drama, starting with Qatar vs. Switzerland at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara at 3 p.m. Brazil, a perennial favorite, meets Morocco at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford at 6 p.m., and Haiti battles Scotland at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough at 9 p.m. Group D sees Australia face Türkiye at BC Place in Vancouver at 12 p.m., while Germany takes on Curaçao at NRG Stadium in Houston at 1 p.m. The Netherlands vs. Japan at AT&T Stadium in Arlington at 4 p.m., Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia at 7 p.m., and Sweden vs. Tunisia at Estadio BBVA in Monterrey at 10 p.m. round out a packed schedule.
Later in the tournament, Spain meets Cape Verde at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta at 12 p.m., Belgium faces Egypt at Lumen Field in Seattle at 3 p.m., and Saudi Arabia takes on Uruguay at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens at 6 p.m. Iran vs. New Zealand at SoFi Stadium at 9 p.m. closes the day. Group I features France vs. Senegal at MetLife Stadium at 3 p.m., followed by Iraq vs. Norway at Gillette Stadium at 6 p.m., while Argentina takes on Algeria at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City at 9 p.m.
The final day of group play includes Austria vs. Jordan at Levi's Stadium at 12 a.m., Portugal vs. DR Congo at NRG Stadium at 1 p.m., England vs. Croatia at AT&T Stadium at 4 p.m., and Ghana vs. Panama at 7 p.m. As the tournament progresses, expect thrilling knockout rounds leading to the ultimate champion. For fans looking to gear up, this World Cup is the perfect time to showcase your team pride with the latest soccer apparel.