2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Brasília Time (BRT)

Few moments in sports are celebrated in Brazil like the opening of the FIFA World Cup. For Brazilian fans, it is all about when the games are played—and the 2026 FIFA World Cup fits perfectly into their daily rhythms. With matches hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the local kick-off times align comfortably with Brasília Time (BRT), allowing fans to watch games live without sacrificing sleep.

The Brazilian fans’ day will be highly amicable, as most matches are scheduled during the afternoons, evenings, and nights. This applies not only to group-stage matches but also to knockout games, ensuring fans can enjoy the World Cup and still rest well.

This article presents the complete 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule in Brasília Time (BRT), covering all 104 matches from the opening game on June 11 to the final on July 19, 2026. Whether you’re a couch viewer, a watch-party enthusiast, or a pub regular, this timetable is your ideal guide to the greatest football event on earth.

Brasília Time (BRT) is based on UTC−3 and is observed throughout the year. As Brazil does not follow daylight saving time, all matches will kick off at consistent local times throughout the tournament—allowing fans to plan their World Cup viewing with confidence.

🌍 FIFA World Cup History at a Glance

Since the first-ever FIFA World Cup in 1930, the tournament has grown into the most-watched sporting event in the world. What began with just 13 teams has evolved into a global festival of football, emotion, and nationalism. From 2026 onwards, the competition expands to 48 teams, marking a new era of togetherness and worldwide representation.

World Cup history has been shaped more than anywhere else by Brazil. Renowned for their beautiful, entertaining, and attacking style of football, Brazil have consistently set the benchmark for performance on the world stage. From their early dominance to continued modern-era success, the Seleção has come to symbolize footballing excellence.

Brazil remain the most successful nation in FIFA World Cup history, having lifted the trophy a record five times. Their triumphs in 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002 not only delivered silverware but also introduced a distinct footballing philosophy that has influenced players and fans across the globe.

Below is a look at the most recent FIFA World Cup winners:

Year Host Nation Winner
2022 Qatar Argentina
2018 Russia France
2014 Brazil Germany
2010 South Africa Spain
2006 Germany Italy
2002 Japan & South Korea Brazil

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Category Details
Host Nations United States, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Time Zone Used on this Page Brasília Time (BRT, UTC−3)
Final Venue MetLife Stadium, New Jersey

Brazil at the FIFA World Cup

Brazil are the only country to have truly dominated the FIFA World Cup throughout its history. The Seleção, with their five world titles, have set trends across different eras, inspired generations through their example, and produced many of the greatest players the game has ever seen.

Brazil’s World Cup story is one of brilliance and determination. The 1958 team, defined by youth and flair, the iconic 1970 side that became a global legend, and the more recent triumphs in 1994 and 2002 all stand as proof of Brazil’s continued dominance in world football.

Even in tournaments where they have not lifted the trophy, Brazil have almost always reached the latter stages of the World Cup—a level of consistency unmatched by any other nation. As a result, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is once again expected to see Brazil regarded as one of the strongest contenders for the title.

Final Position Times Achieved World Cup Years
Champions 5 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002
Runners-up 2 1950, 1998
Third Place 2 1938, 1978
Quarter-finals or better 13+ Multiple editions

Brazil’s Matches in Brasília Time

Date Time Team 1 Score Team 2
Saturday
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Brazil
1 - 1
Morocco
New York
Match No. 7
Group C
Friday
9:30 PM (BRT)
FT
Brazil
3 - 0
Haiti
Philadelphia
Match No. 29
Group C
Wednesday
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Scotland
0 - 3
Brazil
Miami
Match No. 49
Group C
Monday
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Brazil
2 - 1
Japan
Houston
Match No. 76
Round of 32
Sunday
5:00 PM (BRT)
Brazil
vs
Norway
New York
Match No. 91
Round of 16

Brazil will begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup journey against Morocco on Saturday, 13 June 2026, with a 7:00 PM (BRT) kick-off in New York. The Brazilian side will then take on Haiti in Philadelphia on Friday, 19 June 2026, starting at 10:00 PM (BRT). They will conclude their Group C campaign against Scotland on Wednesday, 24 June 2026, with a 7:00 PM (BRT) kick-off in Miami.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule (Brasília Time)

For fans in Brazil, the 2026 World Cup offers a highly watchable schedule. Matches will be spread across afternoon, evening, and late-night kick-off slots, making Brasília Time one of the most convenient time zones for following the tournament live.

Typical kick-off times in BRT will include 4:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 10:00 PM, and occasional late-night fixtures. This balance allows Brazilian supporters to follow every stage of the competition without disruption. Brazilian fans can watch the opening match between Mexico and South Africa on 11 June 2026 at 4:00 PM (BRT), while the all-important final will be televised on 19 July 2026 at 4:00 PM (BRT).

Below is the complete list of all 104 matches, shown in Brasília Time (BRT). Use the filters to sort by team, venue, or stage.

Group
Round of 32
3
Round of 16
4
Quarter Finals
5
Semi Finals
6
3rd Place
7
Final
Timezone: Brasília Time (BRT) -03:00
Date Time Team 1 Score Team 2
Thursday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Mexico
2 - 0
South Africa
Mexico City
Match No. 1
Group A
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
South Korea
2 - 1
Czechia
Guadalajara
Match No. 2
Group A
Friday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Canada
1 - 1
Bosnia
Toronto
Match No. 3
Group B
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
USA
4 - 1
Paraguay
Los Angeles
Match No. 4
Group D
Saturday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Qatar
1 - 1
Switzerland
SF Bay Area
Match No. 8
Group B
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Brazil
1 - 1
Morocco
New York
Match No. 7
Group C
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Haiti
0 - 1
Scotland
Boston
Match No. 5
Group C
Sunday
1:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Australia
2 - 0
Turkey
Vancouver
Match No. 6
Group D
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Germany
7 - 1
Curaçao
Houston
Match No. 10
Group E
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Netherlands
2 - 2
Japan
Dallas
Match No. 11
Group F
8:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Ivory Coast
1 - 0
Ecuador
Philadelphia
Match No. 9
Group E
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Sweden
5 - 1
Tunisia
Monterrey
Match No. 12
Group F
Monday
1:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Spain
0 - 0
Cape Verde
Atlanta
Match No. 14
Group H
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Belgium
1 - 1
Egypt
Seattle
Match No. 16
Group G
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Saudi Arabia
1 - 1
Uruguay
Miami
Match No. 13
Group H
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Iran
2 - 2
New Zealand
Los Angeles
Match No. 15
Group G
Tuesday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
France
3 - 1
Senegal
New York
Match No. 17
Group I
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Iraq
1 - 4
Norway
Boston
Match No. 18
Group I
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Argentina
3 - 0
Algeria
Kansas City
Match No. 19
Group J
Wednesday
1:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Austria
3 - 1
Jordan
SF Bay Area
Match No. 20
Group J
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Portugal
1 - 1
DR Congo
Houston
Match No. 23
Group K
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
England
4 - 2
Croatia
Dallas
Match No. 22
Group L
8:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Ghana
1 - 0
Panama
Toronto
Match No. 21
Group L
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Uzbekistan
1 - 3
Colombia
Mexico City
Match No. 24
Group K
Thursday
1:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Czechia
1 - 1
South Africa
Atlanta
Match No. 25
Group A
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Switzerland
4 - 1
Bosnia
Los Angeles
Match No. 26
Group B
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Canada
6 - 0
Qatar
Vancouver
Match No. 27
Group B
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Mexico
1 - 0
South Korea
Guadalajara
Match No. 28
Group A
Friday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
USA
2 - 0
Australia
Seattle
Match No. 32
Group D
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Scotland
0 - 1
Morocco
Boston
Match No. 30
Group C
9:30 PM (BRT)
FT
Brazil
3 - 0
Haiti
Philadelphia
Match No. 29
Group C
Saturday
12:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Turkey
0 - 1
Paraguay
SF Bay Area
Match No. 31
Group D
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Netherlands
5 - 1
Sweden
Houston
Match No. 35
Group F
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Germany
2 - 1
Ivory Coast
Toronto
Match No. 33
Group E
9:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Ecuador
0 - 0
Curaçao
Kansas City
Match No. 34
Group E
Sunday
1:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Tunisia
0 - 4
Japan
Monterrey
Match No. 36
Group F
1:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Spain
4 - 0
Saudi Arabia
Atlanta
Match No. 38
Group H
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Belgium
0 - 0
Iran
Los Angeles
Match No. 39
Group G
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Uruguay
2 - 2
Cape Verde
Miami
Match No. 37
Group H
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
New Zealand
1 - 3
Egypt
Vancouver
Match No. 40
Group G
Monday
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Argentina
2 - 0
Austria
Dallas
Match No. 43
Group J
6:00 PM (BRT)
FT
France
3 - 0
Iraq
Philadelphia
Match No. 42
Group I
9:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Norway
3 - 2
Senegal
New York
Match No. 41
Group I
Tuesday
12:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Jordan
1 - 2
Algeria
SF Bay Area
Match No. 44
Group J
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Portugal
5 - 0
Uzbekistan
Houston
Match No. 47
Group K
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
England
0 - 0
Ghana
Boston
Match No. 45
Group L
8:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Panama
0 - 1
Croatia
Toronto
Match No. 46
Group L
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Colombia
1 - 0
DR Congo
Guadalajara
Match No. 48
Group K
Wednesday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Switzerland
2 - 1
Canada
Vancouver
Match No. 51
Group B
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Bosnia
3 - 1
Qatar
Seattle
Match No. 52
Group B
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Scotland
0 - 3
Brazil
Miami
Match No. 49
Group C
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Morocco
4 - 2
Haiti
Atlanta
Match No. 50
Group C
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Czechia
0 - 3
Mexico
Mexico City
Match No. 53
Group A
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
South Africa
1 - 0
South Korea
Monterrey
Match No. 54
Group A
Thursday
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Curaçao
0 - 2
Ivory Coast
Philadelphia
Match No. 55
Group E
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Ecuador
2 - 1
Germany
New York
Match No. 56
Group E
8:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Japan
1 - 1
Sweden
Dallas
Match No. 57
Group F
8:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Tunisia
1 - 3
Netherlands
Kansas City
Match No. 58
Group F
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Turkey
3 - 2
USA
Los Angeles
Match No. 59
Group D
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Paraguay
0 - 0
Australia
SF Bay Area
Match No. 60
Group D
Friday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Norway
1 - 4
France
Boston
Match No. 61
Group I
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Senegal
5 - 0
Iraq
Toronto
Match No. 62
Group I
9:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Cape Verde
0 - 0
Saudi Arabia
Houston
Match No. 65
Group H
9:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Uruguay
0 - 1
Spain
Guadalajara
Match No. 66
Group H
Saturday
12:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Egypt
1 - 1
Iran
Seattle
Match No. 63
Group G
12:00 AM (BRT)
FT
New Zealand
1 - 5
Belgium
Vancouver
Match No. 64
Group G
6:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Panama
0 - 2
England
New York
Match No. 67
Group L
6:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Croatia
2 - 1
Ghana
Philadelphia
Match No. 68
Group L
8:30 PM (BRT)
FT
Colombia
0 - 0
Portugal
Miami
Match No. 71
Group K
8:30 PM (BRT)
FT
DR Congo
3 - 1
Uzbekistan
Atlanta
Match No. 72
Group K
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Algeria
3 - 3
Austria
Kansas City
Match No. 69
Group J
11:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Jordan
1 - 3
Argentina
Dallas
Match No. 70
Group J
Sunday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
South Africa
0 - 1
Canada
Los Angeles
Match No. 73
Round of 32
Monday
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Brazil
2 - 1
Japan
Houston
Match No. 76
Round of 32
5:30 PM (BRT)
FT
Germany
1 - 1
(3 - 4 Pen.)
Paraguay
Boston
Match No. 74
Round of 32
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Netherlands
1 - 1
(2 - 3 Pen.)
Morocco
Monterrey
Match No. 75
Round of 32
Tuesday
2:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Ivory Coast
1 - 2
Norway
Dallas
Match No. 78
Round of 32
6:00 PM (BRT)
FT
France
3 - 0
Sweden
New York
Match No. 77
Round of 32
10:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Mexico
2 - 0
Ecuador
Mexico City
Match No. 79
Round of 32
Wednesday
1:00 PM (BRT)
FT
England
2 - 1
DR Congo
Atlanta
Match No. 80
Round of 32
5:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Belgium
3 - 2
(AET)
Senegal
Seattle
Match No. 82
Round of 32
9:00 PM (BRT)
FT
USA
2 - 0
Bosnia
SF Bay Area
Match No. 81
Round of 32
Thursday
4:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Spain
3 - 0
Austria
Los Angeles
Match No. 84
Round of 32
8:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Portugal
2 - 1
Croatia
Toronto
Match No. 83
Round of 32
Friday
12:00 AM (BRT)
FT
Switzerland
2 - 0
Algeria
Vancouver
Match No. 85
Round of 32
3:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Australia
1 - 1
(2 - 4 Pen.)
Egypt
Dallas
Match No. 88
Round of 32
7:00 PM (BRT)
FT
Argentina
3 - 2
(AET)
Cape Verde
Miami
Match No. 86
Round of 32
10:30 PM (BRT)
FT
Colombia
1 - 0
Ghana
Kansas City
Match No. 87
Round of 32
Today
Saturday
2:00 PM (BRT)
Canada
vs NEXT MATCH
Morocco
Houston
Match No. 90
Round of 16
6:00 PM (BRT)
Paraguay
vs
France
Philadelphia
Match No. 89
Round of 16
Sunday
5:00 PM (BRT)
Brazil
vs
Norway
New York
Match No. 91
Round of 16
9:00 PM (BRT)
Mexico
vs
England
Mexico City
Match No. 92
Round of 16
Monday
4:00 PM (BRT)
Portugal
vs
Spain
Dallas
Match No. 93
Round of 16
9:00 PM (BRT)
USA
vs
Belgium
Seattle
Match No. 94
Round of 16
Tuesday
1:00 PM (BRT)
Argentina
vs
Egypt
Atlanta
Match No. 95
Round of 16
5:00 PM (BRT)
Switzerland
vs
Colombia
Vancouver
Match No. 96
Round of 16
Thursday
5:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 89
vs
Winner Match 90
Boston
Match No. 97
Quarterfinals
Friday
4:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 93
vs
Winner Match 94
Los Angeles
Match No. 98
Quarterfinals
Saturday
6:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 91
vs
Winner Match 92
Miami
Match No. 99
Quarterfinals
10:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 95
vs
Winner Match 96
Kansas City
Match No. 100
Quarterfinals
Tuesday
4:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 97
vs
Winner Match 98
Dallas
Match No. 101
Semifinals
Wednesday
4:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 99
vs
Winner Match 100
Atlanta
Match No. 102
Semifinals
Saturday
6:00 PM (BRT)
Loser Match 101
vs
Loser Match 102
Miami
Match No. 103
3rd Place
Sunday
4:00 PM (BRT)
Winner Match 101
vs
Winner Match 102
New York
Match No. 104
Final

🌍 Host Nations & Match Venues

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be held in a total of three different countries in North America: 16 cities will serve as hosts, and hence, this World Cup will be the most geographically spread tournament ever in the history of the World Cup competitions.

Such an unusual triple, country hosting arrangement, the United States, Canada, and Mexico, also offers a great variety of match starting times, aligning perfectly with Brasilia Time (BRT).

United States

The United States will host the majority of matches, with fixtures taking place in New York / New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Boston, Philadelphia, Seattle, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Kansas City.

Canada

Canada will host World Cup matches in Toronto and Vancouver, offering excellent evening viewing slots for Brazilian audiences.

Mexico

Mexico brings its deep footballing heritage to the tournament, hosting matches in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.

As games are going to be played in different North American time zones, the starting time of each game will depend on the host city. Showing the schedule in Brasilia Time (BRT) makes it easier for fans in Brazil to watch every game live and free of any misunderstanding or the need for a manual time conversion.

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Brazil

  • TV Globo
  • SporTV
  • GloboPlay
  • FIFA+ (highlights and official coverage)

You can also explore our global FIFA World Cup 2026 Watch Guide for broadcasters, TV channels, and live-streaming platforms in different countries.

❓ Brasília Time (BRT) & 2026 FIFA World Cup – FAQs

Q1. Are all match kick-off times shown in Brasília Time (BRT)?
Yes. Every match listed on this page is displayed in Brasília Time (BRT), so Brazilian fans do not need to convert times manually.

Q2. What is Brasília Time (BRT)?
Brasília Time (BRT) operates at UTC−3 and is used across most of Brazil, including major cities such as São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Belo Horizonte, Salvador, and Recife.

Q3. Does Brazil observe daylight saving time during the 2026 World Cup?
No. Brazil currently does not observe daylight saving time.

Q4. What time of day will most World Cup matches kick off in BRT?
Most matches will kick off during the afternoon, evening, and late-night hours in Brasília Time, with very few early-morning fixtures — making BRT one of the most fan-friendly time zones for the 2026 World Cup.

Q5. When will the 2026 FIFA World Cup final be played in Brasília Time?
The final will take place on 19 July 2026, with the kick-off shown on this page in Brasília Time (BRT).

Q6. Can Brazil win a sixth World Cup title in 2026?
As the most successful nation in World Cup history, Brazil will once again enter the tournament as one of the favourites, aiming to lift a historic sixth World Cup trophy.

With legendary history, passionate supporters, and a fan-friendly schedule in Brasília Time, the 2026 FIFA World Cup promises unforgettable moments for football lovers across Brazil. Bookmark this page and follow every kick of the Seleção’s journey.

👤 About the Author

Pooja Sharma

Pooja Sharma

Pooja Sharma is the founder, publisher, and editor of WorldCupLocalTime.com, an independent editorial platform focused on the FIFA World Cup. She has over 7 years of experience in sports publishing and digital content development, specializing in tournament structure, match scheduling systems, and regulatory analysis based on official FIFA publications. Her editorial work focuses on explaining how the World Cup operates — including qualification systems, competition format, stadium certification, disciplinary regulations, and tournament procedures — helping readers understand both the schedule and the structural framework behind the competition. As the independent publisher of the platform, she oversees all editorial content, research, and updates to ensure accuracy, clarity, and neutrality. Based in New Delhi, India, she manages all editorial and publishing operations of WorldCupLocalTime.com.

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