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2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Cape Verde Time (CVT)

Published on · Written by Pooja Sharmaby

For football supporters in Cape Verde, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be a landmark and deeply emotional event in the nation’s sporting history. With the tournament expanding to a record 48 teams, Cape Verde will be among the participating nations, and local football fans will undoubtedly want to follow the competition closely from start to finish.

As the matches are being staged in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the kick-off times are generally well-suited for viewers following along from Cape Verde Time (CVT). While there will be some late-night fixtures, many matches—especially the headline encounters—can be watched without early-morning inconvenience.

The purpose of this page is to present the full 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule in Cape Verde Time (CVT), covering all 104 matches from the opening game on 11 June 2026 to the final on 19 July 2026. Whether you are watching at home, with friends, or at local fan gatherings, this schedule helps you stay perfectly aligned with the tournament.

Cape Verde Time (CVT) operates at UTC−1 throughout the year. As daylight saving time is not observed in Cape Verde, all kick-off times shown on this page remain consistent for the duration of the World Cup.

🌍 FIFA World Cup History at a Glance

First played in Uruguay in 1930, the FIFA World Cup has grown into the largest sporting event in the world in terms of global audience. What began as a competition with just 13 participating teams has evolved into a truly global tournament, expanding to 48 nations from the 2026 edition—a clear sign of football’s growing reach, strength, and popularity.

African football has increasingly become a vital part of the World Cup story. From Cameroon’s historic run to the quarter-finals in 1990, to Senegal’s breakthrough performance in 2002, and Morocco’s remarkable semi-final finish in 2022, African teams have repeatedly challenged and defeated traditional football powers, reshaping their global reputation.

The expanded 48-team format opens up new opportunities for nations such as Cape Verde, allowing emerging football countries to gain exposure at the highest level of the game and potentially leave a lasting mark on World Cup history.

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

YearHost NationWinner
2022QatarArgentina
2018RussiaFrance
2014BrazilGermany
2010South AfricaSpain
2006GermanyItaly

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

CategoryDetails
Host NationsUnited States, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams48
Total Matches104
Time Zone Used on This PageCape Verde Time (CVT, UTC−1)
Final VenueMetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

Cape Verde at the FIFA World Cup

Cape Verde is set to be one of the most exciting stories of the expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup. Their qualification represents a major milestone for the island nation and reflects years of steady progress in both African and global football.

With technical quality, tactical discipline, and a strong core of Europe-based players, Cape Verde have steadily raised their competitive level and have shown the ability to challenge stronger opponents. Their qualification is further proof that African football is growing in depth and competitiveness.

For Cape Verdean fans, the World Cup means far more than just the matches—it is a symbol of national pride, unity, and international recognition. Each appearance on football’s biggest stage adds to the sporting identity and heritage of the nation.

Cape Verde’s Matches in Cape Verde Time (CVT)

DateTime Team 1 Score Team 2
15 June, 2026
(Monday)
3:00 PM (CVT)
Spain
vs
Cape Verde
Atlanta
Match No. 14
Group H
21 June, 2026
(Sunday)
9:00 PM (CVT)
Uruguay
vs
Cape Verde
Miami
Match No. 37
Group H
26 June, 2026
(Friday)
11:00 PM (CVT)
Cape Verde
vs
Saudi Arabia
Houston
Match No. 65
Group H

It is quite a challenge for Cape Verde to progress from the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having been drawn into a strong and competitive group.

The squad will begin their campaign by facing Spain on 15 June, followed by a match against Uruguay on 21 June, before wrapping up the group stage with a fixture against Saudi Arabia on 26 June.

With Spain and Uruguay being two of the great football nations, Cape Verde’s qualification chances appear slim on paper. However, the final group match against Saudi Arabia could be the fixture where Cape Verde might realistically pick up points and leave a positive impression on the tournament.

No matter the outcome, Cape Verde will take to the pitch with immense pride and determination. Each group-stage match is not only a matter of honour and making their fans proud, but also an opportunity to gain valuable experience and continue their journey on football’s biggest stage.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule (Cape Verde Time)

For viewers following Cape Verde Time (CVT), most matches will kick off during the late evening and night hours, with some high-profile fixtures extending into the early morning.

The opening match of the tournament will kick off on 11 June 2026 at 6:00 PM (CVT), while the final will be played on 19 July 2026 at 6:00 PM (CVT).

Below is the full list of all 104 matches, shown in Cape Verde Time. Use the filters to find fixtures by team, venue, or stage.

DateTime Team 1 Score Team 2
11 June, 2026
(Thursday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Mexico
vs
South Africa
Mexico City
Match No. 1
Group A
12 June, 2026
(Friday)
1:00 AM (CVT)
South Korea
vs
DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL
Guadalajara
Match No. 2
Group A
6:00 PM (CVT)
Canada
vs
ITA/NIR/WAL/BIH
Toronto
Match No. 3
Group B
13 June, 2026
(Saturday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
USA
vs
Paraguay
Los Angeles
Match No. 4
Group D
6:00 PM (CVT)
Qatar
vs
Switzerland
SF Bay Area
Match No. 8
Group B
9:00 PM (CVT)
Brazil
vs
Morocco
New York
Match No. 7
Group C
14 June, 2026
(Sunday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Haiti
vs
Scotland
Boston
Match No. 5
Group C
3:00 AM (CVT)
Australia
vs
TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS
Vancouver
Match No. 6
Group D
4:00 PM (CVT)
Germany
vs
Curaçao
Houston
Match No. 10
Group E
7:00 PM (CVT)
Netherlands
vs
Japan
Dallas
Match No. 11
Group F
10:00 PM (CVT)
Ivory Coast
vs
Ecuador
Philadelphia
Match No. 9
Group E
15 June, 2026
(Monday)
1:00 AM (CVT)
UKR/SWE/POL/ALB
vs
Tunisia
Monterrey
Match No. 12
Group F
3:00 PM (CVT)
Spain
vs
Cape Verde
Atlanta
Match No. 14
Group H
6:00 PM (CVT)
Belgium
vs
Egypt
Seattle
Match No. 16
Group G
9:00 PM (CVT)
Saudi Arabia
vs
Uruguay
Miami
Match No. 13
Group H
16 June, 2026
(Tuesday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Iran
vs
New Zealand
Los Angeles
Match No. 15
Group G
6:00 PM (CVT)
France
vs
Senegal
New York
Match No. 17
Group I
9:00 PM (CVT)
BOL/SUR/IRQ
vs
Norway
Boston
Match No. 18
Group I
17 June, 2026
(Wednesday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Argentina
vs
Algeria
Kansas City
Match No. 19
Group J
3:00 AM (CVT)
Austria
vs
Jordan
SF Bay Area
Match No. 20
Group J
4:00 PM (CVT)
Portugal
vs
NCL/JAM/COD
Houston
Match No. 23
Group K
7:00 PM (CVT)
England
vs
Croatia
Dallas
Match No. 22
Group L
10:00 PM (CVT)
Ghana
vs
Panama
Toronto
Match No. 21
Group L
18 June, 2026
(Thursday)
1:00 AM (CVT)
Uzbekistan
vs
Colombia
Mexico City
Match No. 24
Group K
3:00 PM (CVT)
DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL
vs
South Africa
Atlanta
Match No. 25
Group A
6:00 PM (CVT)
Switzerland
vs
ITA/NIR/WAL/BIH
Los Angeles
Match No. 26
Group B
9:00 PM (CVT)
Canada
vs
Qatar
Vancouver
Match No. 27
Group B
19 June, 2026
(Friday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Mexico
vs
South Korea
Guadalajara
Match No. 28
Group A
6:00 PM (CVT)
USA
vs
Australia
Seattle
Match No. 32
Group D
9:00 PM (CVT)
Scotland
vs
Morocco
Boston
Match No. 30
Group C
20 June, 2026
(Saturday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Brazil
vs
Haiti
Philadelphia
Match No. 29
Group C
3:00 AM (CVT)
TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS
vs
Paraguay
SF Bay Area
Match No. 31
Group D
4:00 PM (CVT)
Netherlands
vs
UKR/SWE/POL/ALB
Houston
Match No. 35
Group F
7:00 PM (CVT)
Germany
vs
Ivory Coast
Toronto
Match No. 33
Group E
11:00 PM (CVT)
Ecuador
vs
Curaçao
Kansas City
Match No. 34
Group E
21 June, 2026
(Sunday)
3:00 AM (CVT)
Tunisia
vs
Japan
Monterrey
Match No. 36
Group F
3:00 PM (CVT)
Spain
vs
Saudi Arabia
Atlanta
Match No. 38
Group H
6:00 PM (CVT)
Belgium
vs
Iran
Los Angeles
Match No. 39
Group G
9:00 PM (CVT)
Uruguay
vs
Cape Verde
Miami
Match No. 37
Group H
22 June, 2026
(Monday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
New Zealand
vs
Egypt
Vancouver
Match No. 40
Group G
4:00 PM (CVT)
Argentina
vs
Austria
Dallas
Match No. 43
Group J
8:00 PM (CVT)
France
vs
BOL/SUR/IRQ
Philadelphia
Match No. 42
Group I
11:00 PM (CVT)
Norway
vs
Senegal
New York
Match No. 41
Group I
23 June, 2026
(Tuesday)
2:00 AM (CVT)
Jordan
vs
Algeria
SF Bay Area
Match No. 44
Group J
4:00 PM (CVT)
Portugal
vs
Uzbekistan
Houston
Match No. 47
Group K
7:00 PM (CVT)
England
vs
Ghana
Boston
Match No. 45
Group L
10:00 PM (CVT)
Panama
vs
Croatia
Toronto
Match No. 46
Group L
24 June, 2026
(Wednesday)
1:00 AM (CVT)
Colombia
vs
NCL/JAM/COD
Guadalajara
Match No. 48
Group K
6:00 PM (CVT)
Switzerland
vs
Canada
Vancouver
Match No. 51
Group B
6:00 PM (CVT)
ITA/NIR/WAL/BIH
vs
Qatar
Seattle
Match No. 52
Group B
9:00 PM (CVT)
Scotland
vs
Brazil
Miami
Match No. 49
Group C
9:00 PM (CVT)
Morocco
vs
Haiti
Atlanta
Match No. 50
Group C
25 June, 2026
(Thursday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL
vs
Mexico
Mexico City
Match No. 53
Group A
12:00 AM (CVT)
South Africa
vs
South Korea
Monterrey
Match No. 54
Group A
7:00 PM (CVT)
Curaçao
vs
Ivory Coast
Philadelphia
Match No. 55
Group E
7:00 PM (CVT)
Ecuador
vs
Germany
New York
Match No. 56
Group E
10:00 PM (CVT)
Japan
vs
UKR/SWE/POL/ALB
Dallas
Match No. 57
Group F
10:00 PM (CVT)
Tunisia
vs
Netherlands
Kansas City
Match No. 58
Group F
26 June, 2026
(Friday)
1:00 AM (CVT)
TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS
vs
USA
Los Angeles
Match No. 59
Group D
1:00 AM (CVT)
Paraguay
vs
Australia
SF Bay Area
Match No. 60
Group D
6:00 PM (CVT)
Norway
vs
France
Boston
Match No. 61
Group I
6:00 PM (CVT)
Senegal
vs
BOL/SUR/IRQ
Toronto
Match No. 62
Group I
11:00 PM (CVT)
Cape Verde
vs
Saudi Arabia
Houston
Match No. 65
Group H
11:00 PM (CVT)
Uruguay
vs
Spain
Guadalajara
Match No. 66
Group H
27 June, 2026
(Saturday)
2:00 AM (CVT)
Egypt
vs
Iran
Seattle
Match No. 63
Group G
2:00 AM (CVT)
New Zealand
vs
Belgium
Vancouver
Match No. 64
Group G
8:00 PM (CVT)
Panama
vs
England
New York
Match No. 67
Group L
8:00 PM (CVT)
Croatia
vs
Ghana
Philadelphia
Match No. 68
Group L
10:30 PM (CVT)
Colombia
vs
Portugal
Miami
Match No. 71
Group K
10:30 PM (CVT)
NCL/JAM/COD
vs
Uzbekistan
Atlanta
Match No. 72
Group K
28 June, 2026
(Sunday)
1:00 AM (CVT)
Algeria
vs
Austria
Kansas City
Match No. 69
Group J
1:00 AM (CVT)
Jordan
vs
Argentina
Dallas
Match No. 70
Group J
6:00 PM (CVT)
Runner-up Group A
vs
Runner-up Group B
Los Angeles
Match No. 73
Round of 32
29 June, 2026
(Monday)
4:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group C
vs
Runner-up Group F
Houston
Match No. 76
Round of 32
7:30 PM (CVT)
Winner Group E
vs
3rd Group A/B/C/D/F
Boston
Match No. 74
Round of 32
30 June, 2026
(Tuesday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Winner Group F
vs
Runner-up Group C
Monterrey
Match No. 75
Round of 32
4:00 PM (CVT)
Runner-up Group E
vs
Runner-up Group I
Dallas
Match No. 78
Round of 32
8:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group I
vs
3rd Group C/D/F/G/H
New York
Match No. 77
Round of 32
1 July, 2026
(Wednesday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Winner Group A
vs
3rd Group C/E/F/H/I
Mexico City
Match No. 79
Round of 32
3:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group L
vs
3rd Group E/H/I/J/K
Atlanta
Match No. 80
Round of 32
7:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group G
vs
3rd Group A/E/H/I/J
Seattle
Match No. 82
Round of 32
11:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group D
vs
3rd Group B/E/F/I/J
SF Bay Area
Match No. 81
Round of 32
2 July, 2026
(Thursday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group H
vs
Runner-up Group J
Los Angeles
Match No. 84
Round of 32
10:00 PM (CVT)
Runner-up Group K
vs
Runner-up Group L
Toronto
Match No. 83
Round of 32
3 July, 2026
(Friday)
2:00 AM (CVT)
Winner Group B
vs
3rd Group E/F/G/I/J
Vancouver
Match No. 85
Round of 32
5:00 PM (CVT)
Runner-up Group D
vs
Runner-up Group G
Dallas
Match No. 88
Round of 32
9:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Group J
vs
Runner-up Group H
Miami
Match No. 86
Round of 32
4 July, 2026
(Saturday)
12:30 AM (CVT)
Winner Group K
vs
3rd Group D/E/I/J/L
Kansas City
Match No. 87
Round of 32
4:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 73
vs
Winner Match 75
Houston
Match No. 90
Round of 16
8:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 74
vs
Winner Match 77
Philadelphia
Match No. 89
Round of 16
5 July, 2026
(Sunday)
7:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 76
vs
Winner Match 78
New York
Match No. 91
Round of 16
11:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 79
vs
Winner Match 80
Mexico City
Match No. 92
Round of 16
6 July, 2026
(Monday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 83
vs
Winner Match 84
Dallas
Match No. 93
Round of 16
11:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 81
vs
Winner Match 82
Seattle
Match No. 94
Round of 16
7 July, 2026
(Tuesday)
3:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 86
vs
Winner Match 88
Atlanta
Match No. 95
Round of 16
7:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 85
vs
Winner Match 87
Vancouver
Match No. 96
Round of 16
9 July, 2026
(Thursday)
7:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 89
vs
Winner Match 90
Boston
Match No. 97
Quarterfinals
10 July, 2026
(Friday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 93
vs
Winner Match 94
Los Angeles
Match No. 98
Quarterfinals
11 July, 2026
(Saturday)
8:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 91
vs
Winner Match 92
Miami
Match No. 99
Quarterfinals
12 July, 2026
(Sunday)
12:00 AM (CVT)
Winner Match 95
vs
Winner Match 96
Kansas City
Match No. 100
Quarterfinals
14 July, 2026
(Tuesday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 97
vs
Winner Match 98
Dallas
Match No. 101
Semifinals
15 July, 2026
(Wednesday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 99
vs
Winner Match 100
Atlanta
Match No. 102
Semifinals
18 July, 2026
(Saturday)
8:00 PM (CVT)
Loser Match 101
vs
Loser Match 102
Miami
Match No. 103
Third place
19 July, 2026
(Sunday)
6:00 PM (CVT)
Winner Match 101
vs
Winner Match 102
New York
Match No. 104
Final

🌍 Host Nations & Match Venues

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across three North American nations and 16 cities, making it the most geographically expansive World Cup in history.

The United States will host the majority of matches, while Canada and Mexico contribute historic venues and passionate football cultures.

United States
New York / New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Boston, Philadelphia, Kansas City
Canada
Toronto, Vancouver
Mexico
Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Cape Verde

  • RTCV – National broadcaster
  • New World TV – Pan-African rights holder
  • SuperSport (DStv/GOtv) – Full tournament coverage
  • FIFA+ – Highlights, replays, and official content

🌐 View Schedules in Other Time Zones

🌍 View All Time Zones (Worldwide Match Timings)

❓ Cape Verde Time (CVT) & 2026 World Cup – FAQs

Q1. Are all kick-off times shown in Cape Verde Time?
Yes. All match times on this page are displayed in Cape Verde Time (CVT).

Q2. Does Cape Verde observe daylight saving time?
No. Cape Verde uses the same time zone year-round.

Q3. Is Cape Verde qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
Yes. Cape Verde are one of the 48 qualified teams for the 2026 tournament.

Q4. What time will most matches kick off in CVT?
Most matches will be played in the evening and late-night hours, with some early-morning fixtures.

With a historic qualification, passionate supporters, and a clear schedule in Cape Verde Time, the 2026 FIFA World Cup promises unforgettable moments for fans across Cape Verde. Bookmark this page and follow every step of your nation’s World Cup journey.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Ecuador Time (ECT)

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There are few things that frustrate football fans more than realizing that a FIFA World Cup match has already kicked off — or even finished — before you had the chance to watch it live. Thankfully, for fans in Ecuador, the 2026 FIFA World Cup promises to be a largely comfortable and highly manageable viewing experience.

With the tournament taking place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, most matches will kick off during the afternoon and evening hours in Ecuador Time (ECT). While a handful of fixtures may fall late at night or in the early morning, Ecuadorian supporters will be spared the extremely early kick-offs that fans in many European and Asian time zones often have to endure.

This balanced scheduling allows you to enjoy the World Cup with minimal disruption, whether it is a group-stage encounter or a high-profile knockout match. Watching from home, gathering with friends, or heading out to public screenings, the 2026 edition is shaping up to be a truly fan-friendly tournament for spectators in Ecuador.

This site provides the complete 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule converted into Ecuador Time (ECT), covering all 104 matches — from the opening game on 11 June 2026 to the final on 19 July 2026. With every kick-off shown in local time, you can plan your viewing hours with ease and ensure you never miss a single moment of the action.

Ecuador Time (ECT) operates at UTC−5 and is observed consistently throughout the year. As Ecuador does not follow daylight saving time, there are no clock changes during the tournament, meaning kick-off times remain the same from start to finish — with no spring or fall time adjustments to worry about.

🌍 FIFA World Cup History at a Glance

The first FIFA World Cup in 1930 in Uruguay has become the largest global sporting event. Only 13 teams participated in the first World Cup, but now it is a worldwide event held every four years with millions of fans coming from all over the world.

South American countries were very instrumental in the first stage of the World Cup by surprising the world with their passionate playing style and excellent skills. However, European countries soon dominated, thereby starting the competition rivalry which has been the core of the tournament ever since.

The tournament will now feature a record 48 teams in 2026, and the total number of matches will go up to 104. Every tournament edition is filled with insane scenes, unexpected ousting of the top teams, and amazing players who leave their mark on the game of football.

Below are the most recent FIFA World Cup winners:

YearHost NationWinner
2022QatarArgentina
2018RussiaFrance
2014BrazilGermany
2010South AfricaSpain
2006GermanyItaly
2002Japan & South KoreaBrazil

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

CategoryDetails
Host NationsUnited States, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams48
Total Matches104
Time Zone UsedEcuador Time (ECT, UTC−5)
Final VenueMetLife Stadium, New Jersey

Ecuador & the FIFA World Cup

Ecuador have established itself as a competitive and respected force in international football over the past two decades. Known for their physical intensity, disciplined structure, and strong home performances, Ecuador regularly challenge South America’s traditional powers.

Ecuador made their World Cup debut in 2002 and reached their greatest achievement in 2006, advancing to the Round of 16. Since then, they have continued to qualify for major tournaments and develop talent capable of competing at the highest level.

With the expanded 48-team format in 2026, Ecuador enter the tournament with renewed confidence and realistic ambitions of reaching the knockout stages once again.

Ecuador’s Matches in Ecuador Time (ECT)

DateTime Team 1 Score Team 2
14 June, 2026
(Sunday)
6:00 PM (ECT)
Ivory Coast
vs
Ecuador
Philadelphia
Match No. 9
Group E
20 June, 2026
(Saturday)
7:00 PM (ECT)
Ecuador
vs
Curaçao
Kansas City
Match No. 34
Group E
25 June, 2026
(Thursday)
3:00 PM (ECT)
Ecuador
vs
Germany
New York
Match No. 56
Group E

La Tri will start their campaign against the Ivory Coast on 14 June 2026 at 6:00 PM (ECT). The first match would be important for the team to set the tone for the entire tournament. In its second match, Ecuador will face Curacao, a relatively new name in FIFA World Cups. The match will take place on 20 June 2026 at 7:00 PM (ECT). The third and final group stage match for Ecuador will be against the ever-powerful and 4 times title holders Germany on 25 June 2026 at 3:00 PM (ECT). So for La Tri, it is very important to win the first two group stage matches.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule (Ecuador Time)

For fans following the tournament in Ecuador Time (ECT), kick-off times will generally fall in the afternoon, evening, and late-night hours. Matches scheduled in the western regions of North America may push into early morning, but overall viewing conditions remain manageable.

The first match featuring Mexico and South Africa will kick off on 11 June 2026 at 2:00 PM (ECT), while the World Cup final will take place on 19 July 2026 at 2:00 PM (ECT).

Below is the complete list of all 104 matches, with kick-off times shown in Ecuador Time (ECT). Use the filters to quickly find fixtures by team, stage, or venue.

DateTime Team 1 Score Team 2
11 June, 2026
(Thursday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Mexico
vs
South Africa
Mexico City
Match No. 1
Group A
9:00 PM (ECT)
South Korea
vs
DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL
Guadalajara
Match No. 2
Group A
12 June, 2026
(Friday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Canada
vs
ITA/NIR/WAL/BIH
Toronto
Match No. 3
Group B
8:00 PM (ECT)
USA
vs
Paraguay
Los Angeles
Match No. 4
Group D
13 June, 2026
(Saturday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Qatar
vs
Switzerland
SF Bay Area
Match No. 8
Group B
5:00 PM (ECT)
Brazil
vs
Morocco
New York
Match No. 7
Group C
8:00 PM (ECT)
Haiti
vs
Scotland
Boston
Match No. 5
Group C
11:00 PM (ECT)
Australia
vs
TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS
Vancouver
Match No. 6
Group D
14 June, 2026
(Sunday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Germany
vs
Curaçao
Houston
Match No. 10
Group E
3:00 PM (ECT)
Netherlands
vs
Japan
Dallas
Match No. 11
Group F
6:00 PM (ECT)
Ivory Coast
vs
Ecuador
Philadelphia
Match No. 9
Group E
9:00 PM (ECT)
UKR/SWE/POL/ALB
vs
Tunisia
Monterrey
Match No. 12
Group F
15 June, 2026
(Monday)
11:00 AM (ECT)
Spain
vs
Cape Verde
Atlanta
Match No. 14
Group H
2:00 PM (ECT)
Belgium
vs
Egypt
Seattle
Match No. 16
Group G
5:00 PM (ECT)
Saudi Arabia
vs
Uruguay
Miami
Match No. 13
Group H
8:00 PM (ECT)
Iran
vs
New Zealand
Los Angeles
Match No. 15
Group G
16 June, 2026
(Tuesday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
France
vs
Senegal
New York
Match No. 17
Group I
5:00 PM (ECT)
BOL/SUR/IRQ
vs
Norway
Boston
Match No. 18
Group I
8:00 PM (ECT)
Argentina
vs
Algeria
Kansas City
Match No. 19
Group J
11:00 PM (ECT)
Austria
vs
Jordan
SF Bay Area
Match No. 20
Group J
17 June, 2026
(Wednesday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Portugal
vs
NCL/JAM/COD
Houston
Match No. 23
Group K
3:00 PM (ECT)
England
vs
Croatia
Dallas
Match No. 22
Group L
6:00 PM (ECT)
Ghana
vs
Panama
Toronto
Match No. 21
Group L
9:00 PM (ECT)
Uzbekistan
vs
Colombia
Mexico City
Match No. 24
Group K
18 June, 2026
(Thursday)
11:00 AM (ECT)
DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL
vs
South Africa
Atlanta
Match No. 25
Group A
2:00 PM (ECT)
Switzerland
vs
ITA/NIR/WAL/BIH
Los Angeles
Match No. 26
Group B
5:00 PM (ECT)
Canada
vs
Qatar
Vancouver
Match No. 27
Group B
8:00 PM (ECT)
Mexico
vs
South Korea
Guadalajara
Match No. 28
Group A
19 June, 2026
(Friday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
USA
vs
Australia
Seattle
Match No. 32
Group D
5:00 PM (ECT)
Scotland
vs
Morocco
Boston
Match No. 30
Group C
8:00 PM (ECT)
Brazil
vs
Haiti
Philadelphia
Match No. 29
Group C
11:00 PM (ECT)
TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS
vs
Paraguay
SF Bay Area
Match No. 31
Group D
20 June, 2026
(Saturday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Netherlands
vs
UKR/SWE/POL/ALB
Houston
Match No. 35
Group F
3:00 PM (ECT)
Germany
vs
Ivory Coast
Toronto
Match No. 33
Group E
7:00 PM (ECT)
Ecuador
vs
Curaçao
Kansas City
Match No. 34
Group E
11:00 PM (ECT)
Tunisia
vs
Japan
Monterrey
Match No. 36
Group F
21 June, 2026
(Sunday)
11:00 AM (ECT)
Spain
vs
Saudi Arabia
Atlanta
Match No. 38
Group H
2:00 PM (ECT)
Belgium
vs
Iran
Los Angeles
Match No. 39
Group G
5:00 PM (ECT)
Uruguay
vs
Cape Verde
Miami
Match No. 37
Group H
8:00 PM (ECT)
New Zealand
vs
Egypt
Vancouver
Match No. 40
Group G
22 June, 2026
(Monday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Argentina
vs
Austria
Dallas
Match No. 43
Group J
4:00 PM (ECT)
France
vs
BOL/SUR/IRQ
Philadelphia
Match No. 42
Group I
7:00 PM (ECT)
Norway
vs
Senegal
New York
Match No. 41
Group I
10:00 PM (ECT)
Jordan
vs
Algeria
SF Bay Area
Match No. 44
Group J
23 June, 2026
(Tuesday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Portugal
vs
Uzbekistan
Houston
Match No. 47
Group K
3:00 PM (ECT)
England
vs
Ghana
Boston
Match No. 45
Group L
6:00 PM (ECT)
Panama
vs
Croatia
Toronto
Match No. 46
Group L
9:00 PM (ECT)
Colombia
vs
NCL/JAM/COD
Guadalajara
Match No. 48
Group K
24 June, 2026
(Wednesday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Switzerland
vs
Canada
Vancouver
Match No. 51
Group B
2:00 PM (ECT)
ITA/NIR/WAL/BIH
vs
Qatar
Seattle
Match No. 52
Group B
5:00 PM (ECT)
Scotland
vs
Brazil
Miami
Match No. 49
Group C
5:00 PM (ECT)
Morocco
vs
Haiti
Atlanta
Match No. 50
Group C
8:00 PM (ECT)
DEN/MKD/CZE/IRL
vs
Mexico
Mexico City
Match No. 53
Group A
8:00 PM (ECT)
South Africa
vs
South Korea
Monterrey
Match No. 54
Group A
25 June, 2026
(Thursday)
3:00 PM (ECT)
Curaçao
vs
Ivory Coast
Philadelphia
Match No. 55
Group E
3:00 PM (ECT)
Ecuador
vs
Germany
New York
Match No. 56
Group E
6:00 PM (ECT)
Japan
vs
UKR/SWE/POL/ALB
Dallas
Match No. 57
Group F
6:00 PM (ECT)
Tunisia
vs
Netherlands
Kansas City
Match No. 58
Group F
9:00 PM (ECT)
TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS
vs
USA
Los Angeles
Match No. 59
Group D
9:00 PM (ECT)
Paraguay
vs
Australia
SF Bay Area
Match No. 60
Group D
26 June, 2026
(Friday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Norway
vs
France
Boston
Match No. 61
Group I
2:00 PM (ECT)
Senegal
vs
BOL/SUR/IRQ
Toronto
Match No. 62
Group I
7:00 PM (ECT)
Cape Verde
vs
Saudi Arabia
Houston
Match No. 65
Group H
7:00 PM (ECT)
Uruguay
vs
Spain
Guadalajara
Match No. 66
Group H
10:00 PM (ECT)
Egypt
vs
Iran
Seattle
Match No. 63
Group G
10:00 PM (ECT)
New Zealand
vs
Belgium
Vancouver
Match No. 64
Group G
27 June, 2026
(Saturday)
4:00 PM (ECT)
Panama
vs
England
New York
Match No. 67
Group L
4:00 PM (ECT)
Croatia
vs
Ghana
Philadelphia
Match No. 68
Group L
6:30 PM (ECT)
Colombia
vs
Portugal
Miami
Match No. 71
Group K
6:30 PM (ECT)
NCL/JAM/COD
vs
Uzbekistan
Atlanta
Match No. 72
Group K
9:00 PM (ECT)
Algeria
vs
Austria
Kansas City
Match No. 69
Group J
9:00 PM (ECT)
Jordan
vs
Argentina
Dallas
Match No. 70
Group J
28 June, 2026
(Sunday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Runner-up Group A
vs
Runner-up Group B
Los Angeles
Match No. 73
Round of 32
29 June, 2026
(Monday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group C
vs
Runner-up Group F
Houston
Match No. 76
Round of 32
3:30 PM (ECT)
Winner Group E
vs
3rd Group A/B/C/D/F
Boston
Match No. 74
Round of 32
8:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group F
vs
Runner-up Group C
Monterrey
Match No. 75
Round of 32
30 June, 2026
(Tuesday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Runner-up Group E
vs
Runner-up Group I
Dallas
Match No. 78
Round of 32
4:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group I
vs
3rd Group C/D/F/G/H
New York
Match No. 77
Round of 32
8:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group A
vs
3rd Group C/E/F/H/I
Mexico City
Match No. 79
Round of 32
1 July, 2026
(Wednesday)
11:00 AM (ECT)
Winner Group L
vs
3rd Group E/H/I/J/K
Atlanta
Match No. 80
Round of 32
3:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group G
vs
3rd Group A/E/H/I/J
Seattle
Match No. 82
Round of 32
7:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group D
vs
3rd Group B/E/F/I/J
SF Bay Area
Match No. 81
Round of 32
2 July, 2026
(Thursday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group H
vs
Runner-up Group J
Los Angeles
Match No. 84
Round of 32
6:00 PM (ECT)
Runner-up Group K
vs
Runner-up Group L
Toronto
Match No. 83
Round of 32
10:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group B
vs
3rd Group E/F/G/I/J
Vancouver
Match No. 85
Round of 32
3 July, 2026
(Friday)
1:00 PM (ECT)
Runner-up Group D
vs
Runner-up Group G
Dallas
Match No. 88
Round of 32
5:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Group J
vs
Runner-up Group H
Miami
Match No. 86
Round of 32
8:30 PM (ECT)
Winner Group K
vs
3rd Group D/E/I/J/L
Kansas City
Match No. 87
Round of 32
4 July, 2026
(Saturday)
12:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 73
vs
Winner Match 75
Houston
Match No. 90
Round of 16
4:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 74
vs
Winner Match 77
Philadelphia
Match No. 89
Round of 16
5 July, 2026
(Sunday)
3:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 76
vs
Winner Match 78
New York
Match No. 91
Round of 16
7:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 79
vs
Winner Match 80
Mexico City
Match No. 92
Round of 16
6 July, 2026
(Monday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 83
vs
Winner Match 84
Dallas
Match No. 93
Round of 16
7:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 81
vs
Winner Match 82
Seattle
Match No. 94
Round of 16
7 July, 2026
(Tuesday)
11:00 AM (ECT)
Winner Match 86
vs
Winner Match 88
Atlanta
Match No. 95
Round of 16
3:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 85
vs
Winner Match 87
Vancouver
Match No. 96
Round of 16
9 July, 2026
(Thursday)
3:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 89
vs
Winner Match 90
Boston
Match No. 97
Quarterfinals
10 July, 2026
(Friday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 93
vs
Winner Match 94
Los Angeles
Match No. 98
Quarterfinals
11 July, 2026
(Saturday)
4:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 91
vs
Winner Match 92
Miami
Match No. 99
Quarterfinals
8:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 95
vs
Winner Match 96
Kansas City
Match No. 100
Quarterfinals
14 July, 2026
(Tuesday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 97
vs
Winner Match 98
Dallas
Match No. 101
Semifinals
15 July, 2026
(Wednesday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 99
vs
Winner Match 100
Atlanta
Match No. 102
Semifinals
18 July, 2026
(Saturday)
4:00 PM (ECT)
Loser Match 101
vs
Loser Match 102
Miami
Match No. 103
Third place
19 July, 2026
(Sunday)
2:00 PM (ECT)
Winner Match 101
vs
Winner Match 102
New York
Match No. 104
Final

🌍 Host Nations & Match Venues

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across three countries and 16 cities, making it the most geographically diverse World Cup in history.

United States
New York / New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Boston, Philadelphia, Kansas City
Canada
Toronto, Vancouver
Mexico
Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Ecuador

  • Teleamazonas
  • ECDF (El Canal del Fútbol)
  • DirecTV Sports
  • FIFA+ – highlights, replays, and official content

❓ 2026 FIFA World Cup in Ecuador – FAQs

Are kick-off times shown in Ecuador local time?
Yes. All match times on this page are displayed in Ecuador Time (ECT).

Does Ecuador observe daylight saving time?
No. Ecuador uses UTC−5 throughout the year, so kick-off times remain consistent.

Will most matches be easy to watch live in Ecuador?
Yes. Many games fall in the afternoon and evening, with fewer early-morning fixtures compared to Europe and Asia.

🌐 View Schedules in Other Time Zones

🌍 View All Time Zones (Worldwide Match Timings)

With consistent local timings and a globally connected tournament format, the 2026 FIFA World Cup promises an engaging and accessible experience for fans across Ecuador. Bookmark this ECT schedule and enjoy every kick from the opening match to the final whistle.