
FIFA World Cup match schedule and calendar (with ICS download)
Keeping up with the World Cup is exciting, but tracking matches across different time zones? That’s a headache. This page makes it easier. You’ll find the full match schedule and key tournament details all in one place. You can download the calendar in ICS format or sync it straight to your Zoho Calendar or any other app you use. That way, you’ll get alerts and never miss kickoff.

FIFA World Cup 2026TM overview
What is the FIFA World Cup?
The FIFA World Cup is the highest stage of international football and one of the most prestigious sporting events in the world. Organized by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the tournament has grown significantly since its first edition in 1930. What began as a global competition has evolved into a cultural phenomenon that brings together nations, players, and fans through a shared love for the game.
Held once every four years, the World Cup features national teams from across the globe competing for football’s most iconic trophy. The scale of the event is unmatched. The 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar attracted more than five billion viewers worldwide, placing it among the most watched events in history. Its influence extends far beyond the pitch, to shaping conversations, cultures, and global moments.
What’s new in the FIFA World Cup 2026 format?
From 2026 onward, the tournament will expand from 32 teams to 48, introducing a larger group stage followed by knockout rounds that lead to the final match and the crowning of the world champion.
For today’s fans, following the World Cup requires more than enthusiasm alone. Matches are played across multiple venues and time zones, often leading to inconvenient kickoff times. Missing an important match due to a scheduling oversight can be frustrating, which is why many fans now depend on digital calendars and reminders to stay aligned with every key fixture.
Where is the FIFA World Cup 2026TM, being held?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across three countries—the United States, Canada, and Mexico—marking the first time the tournament will be held in three nations simultaneously. This historic edition will feature matches in 16 cities across North America.
While all three nations share the tournament, the United States carries the bulk of the schedule. Of the 104 matches, 78 take place on American soil — including every game from the quarter-finals onward. Canada and Mexico each host 13 matches, with their fixtures concentrated in the group stage and the early rounds of the knockout phase.
Host countries, cities, and stadiums
| Host Country | Host City | Official FIFA Stadium Designation | Net Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | New York/New Jersey | New York New Jersey Stadium | 78,576 |
| United States | Kansas City | Kansas City Stadium | 67,513 |
| United States | San Francisco Bay Area | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | 69,391 |
| United States | Atlanta | Atlanta Stadium | 67,382 |
| United States | Miami | Miami Stadium | 64,091 |
| United States | Houston | Houston Stadium | 68,311 |
| United States | Dallas | Dallas Stadium | 70,122 |
| United States | Los Angeles | Los Angeles Stadium | 69,650 |
| United States | Philadelphia | Philadelphia Stadium | 65,827 |
| United States | Boston | Boston Stadium | 63,815 |
| United States | Seattle | Seattle Stadium | 65,123 |
| Canada | Vancouver | BC Place Vancouver | 48,821 |
| Canada | Toronto | Toronto Stadium | 44,315 |
| Mexico | Mexico City | Mexico City Stadium | 72,766 |
| Mexico | Monterrey | Monterrey Stadium | 50,113 |
| Mexico | Guadalajara | Guadalajara Stadium | 44,330 |
* Venues are listed by their official FIFA designations. Real stadium names (e.g., AT&T Stadium in Dallas, SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles) appear in the detailed match schedule.
Among the 16 venues, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas stands out for its workload — it will host nine matches across the tournament, more than any other venue, including one of the two semi-finals. On the other end of the spectrum, Estadio Akron in Guadalajara is the only venue in the tournament that will not host a knockout-stage match; its role is limited to the group stage.
FIFA World Cup 2026TM time zones and match timings
Matches in the FIFA World Cup 2026 will take place across multiple North American time zones (including Pacific, Central, and Eastern) because the tournament is hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. FIFA has released kickoff times and venues for all 104 matches, beginning with the opening match in Mexico City at 13:00 local time on June 11, 2026 and concluding with the final at 15:00 local time in New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
Match times vary widely depending on venue and broadcast scheduling, ranging from early afternoon to late evening in local time in order to accommodate global audiences, and aren’t limited to fixed slots like 11:00, 14:00, 17:00 or 20:00 across the board.
FIFA World Cup 2026TM dates and key milestones
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 39 days of competition.
Complete tournament timeline
| Stage | Dates (2026) |
|---|---|
| Tournament Opening | June 11, 2026 |
| Group Stage | June 11–June 27, 2026 |
| Round of 32 | June 28–July 3, 2026 |
| Round of 16 | July 4–July 7, 2026 |
| Quarter-Finals | July 9–July 11, 2026 |
| Semi-Finals | July 14–July 15, 2026 |
| Third-Place Match | July 18, 2026 |
| Final Match | July 19, 2026 |
All of these critical dates can be added directly to your digital calendar using an ICS file, ensuring that you receive automatic reminders before each stage of the tournament.
Qualification format for FIFA World Cup 2026TM
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, marking a major expansion from the traditional 32-team format. Hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, this edition aims to increase global representation and competitive diversity.
Teams qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026 through continental qualification tournaments organized by FIFA’s six confederations. Out of the 48 total tournament slots, 46 teams qualify directly, while the final two places are decided through an intercontinental playoff tournament.
Confederation slot allocation (direct qualification)
| Confederation | Direct Qualification Spots |
|---|---|
| UEFA (Europe) | 16 |
| CAF (Africa) | 9 |
| AFC (Asia) | 8 |
| CONMEBOL (South America) | 6 |
| CONCACAF (North, Central America & Caribbean) | 6 |
| OFC (Oceania) | 1 |
| Total | 46 |
CONCACAF allocation breakdown:
- Three automatic qualification spots are reserved for the host nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- Three additional spots are filled through CONCACAF’s regional qualification process.
Intercontinental playoffs explained
The remaining two World Cup places are decided via an intercontinental playoff tournament involving six teams.
This play-off replaces the older home-and-away format and is played as a centralized mini-tournament. Intercontinental playoff participants include:
- UEFA doesn’t participate in intercontinental play-offs; all of its qualification places are determined internally.
- The playoff tournament determines the final two teams to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026.
| Confederation | Teams Entering Play-offs |
|---|---|
| AFC (Asia) | 1 |
| CAF (Africa) | 1 |
| CONMEBOL (South America) | 1 |
| CONCACAF | 2 |
| OFC (Oceania) | 1 |
| UEFA (Europe) | 0 |
| Total | 6 teams |
Top teams to watch in FIFA World Cup 2026TM
The FIFA World Cup is once again expected to be led by familiar heavyweights whose dominance is backed by both history and recent performances.
Brazil, the most successful nation in the tournament’s history, remains a constant threat with five World Cup titles. Germany’s four championships reflect their long-standing consistency on the global stage, while Argentina arrives as the reigning champions after their memorable 2022 victory, adding to their tally of three titles. France has firmly established itself as a modern powerhouse, having won the World Cup twice and reached consecutive finals. Italy, despite missing the last three tournaments, continues to be regarded as a historic force with four World Cup wins. However, the four-time champions will be one of the tournament’s most notable absentees after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina on penalties in the European play-off final.
Alongside these traditional giants, several emerging and resurgent teams from across continents are narrowing the gap, making the global competition more competitive than ever.
One of the most emotional storylines heading into the 2026 tournament is Iraq’s return to the World Cup stage. The team secured the 48th and final spot in the competition after defeating Bolivia 2–1 in the intercontinental play-off final held in Monterrey on March 31, 2026.
The decisive moment came in the 53rd minute, when Aymen Hussein scored the winning goal, sealing Iraq’s qualification and marking their first World Cup appearance since 1986. Iraq will compete in Group I, alongside France, Senegal, and Norway. For Iraqi fans, this return to the global stage represents a long-awaited moment - one that has been nearly four decades in the making.
The 2026 edition also marks a historic first for four nations making their World Cup debut: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. Each qualified through a different path, and each brings something new to the tournament. Curaçao, notably, is the smallest nation by population ever to play at a World Cup. For these four teams and their fans, every match in 2026 is uncharted territory.
Brazil
5 titles
Germany
4 titles
Italy
4 titles
Argentina
3 titles
France
2 titles
FIFA World Cup 2026TM prize money and rewards
FIFA has announced a record-breaking prize fund for the 2026 World Cup, marking a significant increase compared to the 2022 tournament. The winning team will receive USD $50 million in prize money, which is higher than the USD $42 million awarded to the champions in 2022. This increase reflects the expanded scale of the tournament and FIFA’s revised financial distribution model.
Prize money breakdown by tournament stage
Below is the prize money distribution based on teams’ final positions, excluding separate preparation payments provided to participating nations.
| Final Position | Prize Money (per Team) |
|---|---|
| Champions (Winner) | $50 million |
| Runner-up | $33 million |
| Third place | $29 million |
| Fourth place | $27 million |
| Quarter-finalists (5th–8th) | $19 million |
| Round of 16 losers (9th–16th) | $15 million |
| Round of 32 losers (17th–32nd) | $11 million |
| Group stage only (33rd–48th) | $9 million |
In addition to performance-based rewards, all 48 participating nations receive an upfront payment of USD $1.5 million before the tournament to support preparation and logistical costs. This ensures that even teams eliminated at the group stage receive a minimum total payout of USD $10.5 million.
Overall, the total prize pool allocated for performance-related payouts is approximately USD $655 million, representing an increase of nearly 48.9% compared to the prize money distributed at the 2022 World Cup.
The complete FIFA World Cup match schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup features 104 matches with an expanded 48-team format. The competition includes 12 groups of four teams in the group stage, where each team plays three matches. A total of 72 group-stage matches will determine the top two teams from each group, plus the eight best third-placed teams, who advance to the newly introduced Round of 32.
The tournament then progresses through traditional knockout rounds: Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, the third-place match, and the final, totaling 32 knockout matches. Matches are scheduled across different time zones and venues throughout each day to maximize global viewership while maintaining practical local kick-off times.
The following table outlines the 12 groups for the tournament:
| Group | Participating Nations |
|---|---|
| Group A | Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, Czechia |
| Group B | Canada, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Switzerland, Qatar |
| Group C | Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, Haiti |
| Group D | USA, Paraguay, Australia, Türkiye |
| Group E | Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curaçao |
| Group F | Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, Sweden |
| Group G | Belgium, Iran, Egypt, New Zealand |
| Group H | Spain, Cabo Verde, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay |
| Group I | France, Senegal, Iraq, Norway |
| Group J | Argentina, Algeria, Austria, Jordan |
| Group K | Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan, DR Congo |
| Group L | England, Croatia, Panama, Ghana |
Complete 104-match schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026:
| Match | Date | Day | Group Stage | Team 1 | vs | Team 2 | Venue | City | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GROUP STAGE (June 11 – June 27, 2026) | |||||||||
| 1 | Jun 11 | Thu | A | Mexico | vs | South Africa | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Central |
| 2 | Jun 11 | Thu | A | South Korea | vs | Czech Republic | Estadio Guadalajara | Guadalajara | Central |
| 3 | Jun 12 | Fri | B | Canada | vs | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Toronto Stadium | Toronto | Eastern |
| 4 | Jun 12 | Fri | D | USA | vs | Paraguay | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 5 | Jun 13 | Sat | B | Qatar | vs | Switzerland | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | San Francisco Bay Area | Western |
| 6 | Jun 13 | Sat | C | Brazil | vs | Morocco | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 7 | Jun 13 | Sat | C | Haiti | vs | Scotland | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 8 | Jun 13 | Sat | D | Australia | vs | Türkiye | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| 9 | Jun 14 | Sun | E | Germany | vs | Curaçao | Houston Stadium | Houston | Central |
| 10 | Jun 14 | Sun | F | Netherlands | vs | Japan | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 11 | Jun 14 | Sun | E | Ivory Coast | vs | Ecuador | Philadelphia Stadium | Philadelphia | Eastern |
| 12 | Jun 14 | Sun | F | Sweden | vs | Tunisia | Estadio Monterrey | Monterrey | Central |
| 13 | Jun 15 | Mon | H | Spain | vs | Cape Verde | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| 14 | Jun 15 | Mon | G | Belgium | vs | Egypt | Seattle Stadium | Seattle | Western |
| 15 | Jun 15 | Mon | H | Saudi Arabia | vs | Uruguay | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 16 | Jun 15 | Mon | G | Iran | vs | New Zealand | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 17 | Jun 16 | Tue | I | France | vs | Senegal | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 18 | Jun 16 | Tue | I | Iraq | vs | Norway | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 19 | Jun 16 | Tue | J | Argentina | vs | Algeria | Kansas City Stadium | Kansas City | Central |
| 20 | Jun 16 | Tue | J | Austria | vs | Jordan | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | San Francisco Bay Area | Western |
| 21 | Jun 17 | Wed | K | Portugal | vs | DR Congo | Houston Stadium | Houston | Central |
| 22 | Jun 17 | Wed | L | England | vs | Croatia | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 23 | Jun 17 | Wed | L | Ghana | vs | Panama | Toronto Stadium | Toronto | Eastern |
| 24 | Jun 17 | Wed | K | Uzbekistan | vs | Colombia | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Central |
| 25 | Jun 18 | Thu | A | Czech Republic | vs | South Africa | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| 26 | Jun 18 | Thu | B | Switzerland | vs | Bosnia and Herzegovina | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 27 | Jun 18 | Thu | B | Canada | vs | Qatar | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| 28 | Jun 18 | Thu | A | Mexico | vs | South Korea | Estadio Guadalajara | Guadalajara | Central |
| 29 | Jun 19 | Fri | D | USA | vs | Australia | Seattle Stadium | Seattle | Western |
| 30 | Jun 19 | Fri | C | Scotland | vs | Morocco | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 31 | Jun 19 | Fri | C | Brazil | vs | Haiti | Philadelphia Stadium | Philadelphia | Eastern |
| 32 | Jun 19 | Fri | D | Türkiye | vs | Paraguay | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | San Francisco Bay Area | Western |
| 33 | Jun 20 | Sat | F | Netherlands | vs | Sweden | Houston Stadium | Houston | Central |
| 34 | Jun 20 | Sat | E | Germany | vs | Ivory Coast | Toronto Stadium | Toronto | Eastern |
| 35 | Jun 20 | Sat | E | Ecuador | vs | Curaçao | Kansas City Stadium | Kansas City | Central |
| 36 | Jun 20 | Sat | F | Tunisia | vs | Japan | Estadio Monterrey | Monterrey | Central |
| 37 | Jun 21 | Sun | H | Spain | vs | Saudi Arabia | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| 38 | Jun 21 | Sun | G | Belgium | vs | Iran | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 39 | Jun 21 | Sun | H | Uruguay | vs | Cape Verde | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 40 | Jun 21 | Sun | G | New Zealand | vs | Egypt | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| 41 | Jun 22 | Mon | I | Norway | vs | Senegal | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 42 | Jun 22 | Mon | I | France | vs | Iraq | Philadelphia Stadium | Philadelphia | Eastern |
| 43 | Jun 22 | Mon | J | Argentina | vs | Austria | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 44 | Jun 22 | Mon | J | Jordan | vs | Algeria | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | San Francisco Bay Area | Western |
| 45 | Jun 23 | Tue | L | England | vs | Ghana | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 46 | Jun 23 | Tue | L | Panama | vs | Croatia | Toronto Stadium | Toronto | Eastern |
| 47 | Jun 23 | Tue | K | Portugal | vs | Uzbekistan | Houston Stadium | Houston | Central |
| 48 | Jun 23 | Tue | K | Colombia | vs | DR Congo | Estadio Guadalajara | Guadalajara | Central |
| 49 | Jun 24 | Wed | C | Scotland | vs | Brazil | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 50 | Jun 24 | Wed | C | Morocco | vs | Haiti | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| 51 | Jun 24 | Wed | B | Switzerland | vs | Canada | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| 52 | Jun 24 | Wed | B | Bosnia and Herzegovina | vs | Qatar | Seattle Stadium | Seattle | Western |
| 53 | Jun 24 | Wed | A | Czech Republic | vs | Mexico | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Central |
| 54 | Jun 24 | Wed | A | South Africa | vs | South Korea | Estadio Monterrey | Monterrey | Central |
| 55 | Jun 25 | Thu | E | Curaçao | vs | Ivory Coast | Philadelphia Stadium | Philadelphia | Eastern |
| 56 | Jun 25 | Thu | E | Ecuador | vs | Germany | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 57 | Jun 25 | Thu | F | Japan | vs | Sweden | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 58 | Jun 25 | Thu | F | Tunisia | vs | Netherlands | Kansas City Stadium | Kansas City | Central |
| 59 | Jun 25 | Thu | D | Türkiye | vs | USA | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 60 | Jun 25 | Thu | D | Paraguay | vs | Australia | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | San Francisco Bay Area | Western |
| 61 | Jun 26 | Fri | G | Belgium | vs | New Zealand | Seattle Stadium | Seattle | Western |
| 62 | Jun 26 | Fri | G | Iran | vs | Egypt | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| 63 | Jun 26 | Fri | H | Spain | vs | Uruguay | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Central |
| 64 | Jun 26 | Fri | H | Cabo Verde | vs | Saudi Arabia | Estadio Guadalajara | Guadalajara | Central |
| 65 | Jun 26 | Fri | I | France | vs | Norway | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 66 | Jun 26 | Fri | I | Senegal | vs | Iraq | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 67 | Jun 27 | Sat | L | Panama | vs | England | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 68 | Jun 27 | Sat | L | Croatia | vs | Ghana | Philadelphia Stadium | Philadelphia | Eastern |
| 69 | Jun 27 | Sat | J | Jordan | vs | Argentina | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 70 | Jun 27 | Sat | J | Algeria | vs | Austria | Kansas City Stadium | Kansas City | Central |
| 71 | Jun 27 | Sat | K | Colombia | vs | Portugal | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 72 | Jun 27 | Sat | K | DR Congo | vs | Uzbekistan | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| ROUND OF 32 (June 28 – July 3, 2026) | |||||||||
| 73 | Jun 28 | Sun | Round of 32 | Group A Runner-up | vs | Group B Runner-up | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 74 | Jun 29 | Mon | Round of 32 | Group E Winner | vs | 3rd Place (A/B/C/D/F) | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 75 | Jun 29 | Mon | Round of 32 | Group F Winner | vs | Group C Runner-up | Estadio Monterrey | Monterrey | Central |
| 76 | Jun 29 | Mon | Round of 32 | Group C Winner | vs | Group F Runner-up | Houston Stadium | Houston | Central |
| 77 | Jun 30 | Tue | Round of 32 | Group I Winner | vs | 3rd Place (C/D/F/G/H) | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 78 | Jun 30 | Tue | Round of 32 | Group E Runner-up | vs | Group I Runner-up | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 79 | Jun 30 | Tue | Round of 32 | Group A Winner | vs | 3rd Place (C/E/F/H/I) | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Central |
| 80 | Jul 01 | Wed | Round of 32 | Group L Winner | vs | 3rd Place (E/H/I/J/K) | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| 81 | Jul 01 | Wed | Round of 32 | Group D Winner | vs | 3rd Place (B/E/F/I/J) | San Francisco Bay Area Stadium | San Francisco Bay Area | Western |
| 82 | Jul 01 | Wed | Round of 32 | Group G Winner | vs | 3rd Place (A/E/H/I/J) | Seattle Stadium | Seattle | Western |
| 83 | Jul 02 | Thu | Round of 32 | Group K Runner-up | vs | Group L Runner-up | Toronto Stadium | Toronto | Eastern |
| 84 | Jul 02 | Thu | Round of 32 | Group H Winner | vs | Group J Runner-up | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 85 | Jul 02 | Thu | Round of 32 | Group B Winner | vs | 3rd Place (E/F/G/I/J) | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| 86 | Jul 03 | Fri | Round of 32 | Group J Winner | vs | Group H Runner-up | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 87 | Jul 03 | Fri | Round of 32 | Group K Winner | vs | 3rd Place (D/E/I/J/L) | Kansas City Stadium | Kansas City | Central |
| 88 | Jul 03 | Fri | Round of 32 | Group D Runner-up | vs | Group G Runner-up | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| ROUND OF 16 (July 4 – July 7, 2026) | |||||||||
| 89 | Jul 04 | Sat | Round of 16 | Winner Match 74 | vs | Winner Match 77 | Philadelphia Stadium | Philadelphia | Eastern |
| 90 | Jul 04 | Sat | Round of 16 | Winner Match 73 | vs | Winner Match 75 | Houston Stadium | Houston | Central |
| 91 | Jul 05 | Sun | Round of 16 | Winner Match 76 | vs | Winner Match 78 | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
| 92 | Jul 05 | Sun | Round of 16 | Winner Match 79 | vs | Winner Match 80 | Mexico City Stadium | Mexico City | Central |
| 93 | Jul 06 | Mon | Round of 16 | Winner Match 83 | vs | Winner Match 84 | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 94 | Jul 06 | Mon | Round of 16 | Winner Match 81 | vs | Winner Match 82 | Seattle Stadium | Seattle | Western |
| 95 | Jul 07 | Tue | Round of 16 | Winner Match 86 | vs | Winner Match 88 | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| 96 | Jul 07 | Tue | Round of 16 | Winner Match 85 | vs | Winner Match 87 | BC Place Vancouver | Vancouver | Western |
| QUARTER-FINALS (July 9 – July 11, 2026) | |||||||||
| 97 | Jul 09 | Thu | Quarter-final | Winner Match 89 | vs | Winner Match 90 | Boston Stadium | Boston | Eastern |
| 98 | Jul 10 | Fri | Quarter-final | Winner Match 93 | vs | Winner Match 94 | Los Angeles Stadium | Los Angeles | Western |
| 99 | Jul 11 | Sat | Quarter-final | Winner Match 91 | vs | Winner Match 92 | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| 100 | Jul 11 | Sat | Quarter-final | Winner Match 95 | vs | Winner Match 96 | Kansas City Stadium | Kansas City | Central |
| SEMI-FINALS (July 14 – July 15, 2026) | |||||||||
| 101 | Jul 14 | Tue | Semi-final | Winner Match 97 | vs | Winner Match 98 | Dallas Stadium | Dallas | Central |
| 102 | Jul 15 | Wed | Semi-final | Winner Match 99 | vs | Winner Match 100 | Atlanta Stadium | Atlanta | Eastern |
| THIRD-PLACE MATCH (July 18, 2026) | |||||||||
| 103 | Jul 18 | Sat | Third Place | Loser Match 101 | vs | Loser Match 102 | Miami Stadium | Miami | Eastern |
| FINAL (July 19, 2026) | |||||||||
| 104 | Jul 19 | Sun | Final | Winner Match 101 | vs | Winner Match 102 | New York New Jersey Stadium | New York/NJ | Eastern |
* This schedule and ICS tool are provided for informational purposes only. We are not affiliated with, associated with, or endorsed by FIFA.
Download and sync the FIFA World Cup 2026TM Calendar (ICS format)
An ICS (iCalendar) file is a universal calendar format that works with any digital calendar app. For soccer fans, using an ICS file for the FIFA World Cup schedule is far more convenient than static PDFs or webpages.
Why should you use an ICS calendar for the World Cup?
An ICS calendar keeps your World Cup schedule organized and updated automatically, without any manual effort on your part.
Automatic updates:
Match times and venue changes update instantly from the live feed.
Local time conversion:
Times adjust automatically to your time zone. No calculations needed.
Smart reminders:
Set alerts for a day before, an hour before, or right before kickoff.
Multi-device sync:
Access your schedule on your phone, laptop, tablet, or smartwatch.
Custom imports:
Add only the matches you want, from favorite teams to knockout games.
How to add the FIFA World Cup schedule to your calendar
Getting the World Cup schedule set up takes just a few minutes.
Download the ICS file: Get the FIFA World Cup ICS file and save it to your device.
Preview the schedule: Open it in the Zoho Toolkit ICS File Viewer to check match details in your local time.
Import the file to your calendar: Add it to your calendar app. Consider creating a dedicated “FIFA World Cup 2026” calendar.
Set your reminders: Choose when you want alerts, like 24 hours before or right before kickoff.
Compatible calendar apps
The FIFA World Cup ICS file works with Zoho Calendar, Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Thunderbird, and any app that supports the standard iCalendar format.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can download the complete FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule as an ICS file. This universal calendar format allows you to import all 104 matches directly into your digital calendar app. The ICS file includes the full tournament schedule from the opening match on June 11, 2026, to the final on July 19, 2026, covering all group stage matches, Round of 32, Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, and the final.
Adding FIFA World Cup 2026 matches to your calendar is simple. First, download the complete FIFA World Cup ICS file and save it to your device. Next, open the file in an ICS viewer like Zoho Toolkit to preview match details in your local time zone. Then, import or subscribe to the file in your preferred calendar app such as Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, or Zoho Calendar. Finally, set your preferred reminder alerts for match notifications.
Yes, if you subscribe to a live ICS calendar feed for the FIFA World Cup 2026, updates such as match time changes or venue adjustments will automatically sync to your calendar when the feed is refreshed. This means you don’t need to re-download the file, as long as the calendar provider updates the feed based on the latest official FIFA schedule.
FIFA World Cup 2026 matches will automatically appear in your local time zone when you import the ICS file into your calendar app. The tournament takes place across multiple North American time zones, including Pacific Time, Central Time, and Eastern Time. Your calendar software automatically converts all match times from the venue’s local time to your current time zone, eliminating the need for manual calculations.
Yes, match timings are automatically adjusted to your local time zone when you use an ICS calendar file. Whether you’re in Europe, Asia, South America, or anywhere else in the world, the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule will display accurate kick-off times based on your location. This automatic time zone conversion works across all devices including smartphones, tablets, computers, and smartwatches.
Yes, you can set custom reminders and alerts for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches once you import the ICS file into your calendar. Most calendar apps allow you to configure multiple alert types, including push notifications, email alerts, or SMS messages. You can choose when to receive reminders, such as 24 hours before kick-off, one hour before the match starts, or even 15 minutes before kick-off to ensure you never miss an important game.
Yes, the FIFA World Cup 2026 calendar works seamlessly on mobile devices. Once you import the ICS file, you can access the complete match schedule on your iPhone, iPad, Android phone, or tablet. The calendar syncs automatically across all of your devices, so updates made on your computer will reflect on your mobile device and vice versa. You’ll receive match reminders directly on your smartphone regardless of where you are.
Yes, the FIFA World Cup 2026 ICS calendar is fully compatible with all major calendar applications including Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, and Zoho Calendar. The ICS format is a universal standard supported by virtually any calendar software, including Thunderbird and other applications that support the iCalendar format. You can import the schedule on desktop, web, and mobile versions of these apps.
Yes, you can easily add the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule to Zoho Calendar using the ICS file. Zoho Calendar offers full integration with reminder features, sharing options, and automatic time zone conversion. Simply import the ICS file into your Zoho Calendar account, and you’ll have access to the complete tournament schedule with smart reminders, cross-platform synchronization, and the ability to organize matches using custom color coding. You can create a free Zoho Calendar account to get started.
Yes, once you’ve imported the FIFA World Cup 2026 calendar into your calendar app, you can share it with friends, family, or colleagues. Most calendar applications like Google Calendar, Zoho Calendar, and Outlook allow you to share specific calendars or individual events. This is particularly useful for coordinating watch parties, planning group viewings, or ensuring that your team stays aligned on match schedules across different time zones.
Yes, you can view the FIFA World Cup 2026 match calendar online using the Zoho Toolkit ICS File Viewer. This online tool allows you to preview the complete schedule including all 104 matches, dates, times, venues, and teams before downloading or importing it to your personal calendar. The viewer displays match details in your local time zone and provides an organized view of the entire tournament from the group stage through the final.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 match schedule is available in ICS (iCalendar) format. ICS is a universal calendar file format that works with virtually all digital calendar applications including Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Microsoft Outlook, Zoho Calendar, and Thunderbird. Unlike static PDFs or webpages, the ICS format allows for automatic updates, time zone conversion, reminder functionality, and seamless synchronization across multiple devices.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning 39 days of competition. Key dates include the tournament opening on June 11, 2026, the group stage from June 11 to June 27, the Round of 32 from June 28 to July 3, the Round of 16 from July 4 to July 7, quarter-finals from July 9 to July 11, semi-finals on July 14 and 15, the third-place match on July 18, and the final match on July 19, 2026. All of these critical dates can be added to your calendar using the ICS file.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted across 16 cities in three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. In the United States, matches will take place at New York New Jersey Stadium, Atlanta Stadium, Miami Stadium, Houston Stadium, Dallas Stadium, Kansas City Stadium, San Francisco Bay Area Stadium, Los Angeles Stadium, Philadelphia Stadium, Boston Stadium, and Seattle Stadium. Canada will host matches at BC Place Vancouver and Toronto Stadium. Mexico's venues include Mexico City Stadium, Estadio Monterrey, and Estadio Guadalajara. The final will be held at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
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