Bola 2026World Cup 2026 Schedule: Complete Match Times & Fixtures
Updated 30 May 2026
All 104 matches across 39 days, from Mexico City's opener on June 11 to the New York final on July 19.
The 2026 World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM UTC when Mexico face South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The tournament runs for 39 days across three host nations—the United States, Mexico, and Canada—and concludes with the final in New York on July 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM UTC. This is the first World Cup with 48 teams, producing 104 total matches across 12 groups and 16 host cities.
Opening Round Fixtures
The group stage launches with a rapid-fire sequence across North America. After Mexico's opener, Korea Republic meet Czech Republic in Guadalajara on June 12, followed by Canada versus Bosnia & Herzegovina in Toronto the same day. The United States enter the tournament on June 13 against Paraguay in Los Angeles, while Brazil face Morocco in New York and Germany take on Curaçao in Houston on June 14. Other opening-round fixtures include Netherlands–Japan in Dallas, Sweden–Tunisia in Monterrey, and Australia–Turkey in Vancouver.
How to Follow Every Match in Your Time Zone
With matches spread across Mexico City, Toronto, Los Angeles, New York, Boston, Vancouver, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia, and more, keeping track of kick-off times in your local zone can be a headache. The easiest solution is the free Bola 2026 app—it automatically converts every match to your local time, sends reminders before kick-off, and delivers live scores as goals go in. No login required, and it's trusted by fans who've already built over 1,800 brackets and joined more than 900 groups ahead of the tournament.
Tournament Format & Key Dates
The 48 teams are divided into 12 groups of four. The top two from each group, plus the eight best third-place finishers, advance to a 32-team knockout round. After the group stage wraps in late June, the round of 32 begins, followed by the round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final on July 19 in New York. The expanded format means more matches, more upsets, and more chances to see emerging nations on the world stage.
Never Miss a Kick-Off
Whether you're tracking your national team or just want to catch the best fixtures each day, the Bola 2026 app keeps the full schedule at your fingertips. Download it free at soccer2026.app, set your reminders, and enjoy every moment of the 2026 World Cup without wrestling with time-zone maths or missing a crucial match.
Frequently asked questions
When does the 2026 World Cup start?
The tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM UTC when Mexico host South Africa in Mexico City. The Bola 2026 app shows that match—and all 104 fixtures—in your local time with live scores.
How many matches are in the 2026 World Cup?
There are 104 matches across 39 days. With 48 teams and 12 groups, the expanded format delivers more football than any previous World Cup.
Where is the 2026 World Cup final?
The final takes place in New York on July 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM UTC. You can set a reminder in the free Bola 2026 app so you never miss kick-off.
Which cities host World Cup 2026 matches?
Sixteen cities across the USA, Mexico, and Canada host games, including Mexico City, Toronto, Los Angeles, New York, Dallas, Houston, Philadelphia, Vancouver, Boston, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and San Francisco. The Bola 2026 app lists every venue and match time.
How do I see World Cup 2026 match times in my time zone?
Download the free Bola 2026 app—it automatically converts all 104 fixtures to your local time, with no login required. It's the simplest way to track the schedule and get live scores.