The 2026 World Cup is getting closer, and football fans around the world can now follow the official match schedule through FIFA.com.
Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the 2026 edition will bring together 48 national teams, 104 matches, and 16 host cities, making it one of the largest tournaments in World Cup history.
Key Tournament Information:
The tournament will begin on June 11, 2026, and conclude with the Final on July 19, 2026.
Key information includes:
Host Countries: United States, Canada, and Mexico
Number of Teams: 48
Total Matches: 104
Host Cities: 16
Tournament Dates: June 11 – July 19, 2026
Opening Match
According to the official FIFA match schedule, the 2026 World Cup will begin on Friday, June 12, 2026, with Mexico facing South Africa at Mexico City Stadium.
As the first match of the tournament, this opening fixture is expected to draw strong attention from football fans around the world. It marks the official start of a month-long football celebration across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Fans can follow the complete match schedule, including group stage fixtures, host cities, venues, knockout rounds, and results, through the official FIFA schedule page.
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