2026 World Cup concludes on July 19 at MetLife Stadium
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:31 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will end on Sunday, July 19, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, N.J. The tournament, which began on June 11, features 48 teams competing across three countries. This marks the first World Cup with an expanded format, incorporating a new Round of 32. Group play wraps up by June 27, leading into five knockout stages, culminating in the final match scheduled for 3:30 p.m. ET. Expectations surround the defending champions, Argentina, as they aim for a return to the final.
- •World Cup duration is 39 days with 104 matches.
- •Group play concludes on June 27.
- •Round of 32 takes place June 28 to July 3.
- •Final match scheduled for July 19 at 3:30 p.m. ET.
- •Argentina seeks to defend their title from 2022.
- 10:31 AMYahoo Sports — When does the 2026 World Cup end?
"The first 48-team tournament wraps up Sunday, July 19 at MetLife Stadium, capping 39 days and 104 games across three countries.
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