World Cup 2026 group stage includes five must-watch matches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 11:56 AM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins today in North America, featuring a record 72 group matches from June 11 to June 27. Among the standout fixtures is Brazil facing Morocco on June 13 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Additionally, the Netherlands will take on Japan on June 14 in Dallas, Texas, and France is set to face Senegal on June 16 in East Rutherford, marking a long-awaited rematch. England's encounter with Croatia on June 17 in Dallas promises excitement, while the group stage concludes with Colombia meeting Portugal in Miami on June 27. Fans can expect intense competition and key matchups as teams vie for advancement.
- •Brazil faces Morocco on June 13 at East Rutherford, NJ.
- •Netherlands vs Japan is scheduled for June 14 in Dallas, TX.
- •France meets Senegal on June 16 in a rematch of a historic upset.
- •England and Croatia clash on June 17, a repeat of the 2018 semifinal.
- •Colombia vs Portugal concludes group stage on June 27 in Miami.
- 11:56 AMYahoo Sports — Top five ‘must-watch’ matches of the group stage at World Cup 2026
"There are a record 72 group games at this summer’s tournament, and we’ve picked the matches that you shouldn’t miss.
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