FIFA World Cup 2026 scheduled to kick off June 11 in Mexico
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:38 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will begin on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa in Mexico City. The tournament spans 39 days, featuring opening matches on June 12, including Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina and USA vs Paraguay. Other notable games include Germany vs Curacao on June 14 and Argentina vs Algeria on June 16. The group stage concludes on June 27, leading into the knockout rounds that culminate in the final on July 19.
- •Opening match on June 11: Mexico vs South Africa
- •Group stage ends on June 27
- •Final match scheduled for July 19
- •Tournament features first-time participants like Curacao and Uzbekistan
- •Lionel Messi begins his sixth World Cup campaign
- 8:38 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: What are the key dates from the opening match to the final?
"From must-watch games to the grand finale, here’s a list of all the important dates on the 2026 World Cup schedule.
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