2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 in Mexico City
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:29 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to begin on June 11 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, where Mexico will face South Africa. This tournament marks the first time 48 teams will compete, culminating in a total of 104 matches over 39 days across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The group stage runs until June 27, followed by a new round of 32 from June 28 to July 3. The tournament will conclude with the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
- •Tournament starts June 11 at Estadio Azteca
- •Group stage concludes on June 27
- •Round of 32 introduced, running June 28 to July 3
- •Final match scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium
- •48 teams competing across 16 cities
- 11:29 AMYahoo Sports — When does the 2026 World Cup start?
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