🗓️ FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule, Kick-off Times & How to Watch
The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and it's the biggest in history: 48 teams, 104 matches, and 16 host cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico. The opening match is in Mexico City and the final is at MetLife Stadium near New York.
Here's the schedule at a glance and how kick-off times convert for fans around the world.
Key dates and format
For the first time, the World Cup features 48 teams and three host nations.
- Opening match — June 11, 2026, Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
- Group stage — 12 groups of four teams
- Knockout rounds — round of 32 through to the final
- Final — July 19, 2026, MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
Kick-off times around the world
Because matches are played in North American time zones (ET/CT/MT/PT), kick-off times vary a lot by region:
- USA/Canada — afternoon and evening (local)
- UK — late afternoon to late night (BST)
- Europe — evening to early hours (CET)
- India/Bangladesh/Pakistan — late night to early morning
- Australia — early morning (AEST)
Watch every World Cup 2026 match live on KICKTV
KICKTV streams hundreds of live sports, news and entertainment channels in one place, for every fixture on the calendar — no sign-up and no app to install. When a fixture is blacked out, geo-restricted or simply not carried by your local broadcaster, KICKTV is the fastest way to find a working live feed and press play.
Open the home page, search for the match or the broadcaster you want, and the stream starts in your browser. New channels are added throughout the tournament, so check back before each kick-off.
Frequently asked questions
When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 start and end?
It runs from June 11, 2026 (opening match in Mexico City) to July 19, 2026 (final at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey).
How many teams and matches are in the 2026 World Cup?
It's the first 48-team World Cup, with 104 matches across 16 host cities in the USA, Canada and Mexico.
How do I find kick-off time in my country?
Convert the stadium's local time zone (ET/CT/MT/PT) to your own. Our country guides list typical kick-off windows for major regions.
Broadcaster names and rights are provided for guidance and can change. Streams on KICKTV are provided by third parties; availability depends on the source and your region. Always check your local official broadcaster for confirmed listings.