FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 in Mexico with match details
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:01 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to begin on June 11, running through July 19. The opening match will feature Mexico against South Africa in Mexico City at 3 p.m. ET. The tournament will include a record 104 matches across Mexico, Canada, and the United States. In New Jersey, eight matches are scheduled, including the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium. Philadelphia will host six matches from June 14 to July 4.
- •Opening match: Mexico vs. South Africa on June 11 at 3 p.m. ET.
- •Final match at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium on July 19 at 3 p.m. ET.
- •New Jersey to host eight games; Philadelphia six games during the tournament.
- •Games in Philadelphia start June 14 and run to July 4.
- •Tickets for most matches are sold out as preparations intensify.
- 8:01 PMYahoo Sports — When does the World Cup start? When are New Jersey, Philly games?
"Teams already started facing each other in non official, pre-tournament games. Here' what to know about the schedule.
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