World Cup 2026 Fixtures

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in South Africa Standard Time (SAST)

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Let’s be straight up, bru — nothing wrecks World Cup vibes quicker than rocking up late because the time zones stitched you up. One minute you’re braaing, next thing you check WhatsApp and the group’s already screaming about a wonder goal you missed. Ja, not lekker.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up to be an absolute monster. For the first time ever, the biggest show in football is being hosted across three countries — the United States, Canada and Mexico. More cities, more stadiums, more games, more chaos… and honestly, we’re here for all of it.

With 48 teams, 104 matches, and football running from 11 June to 19 July 2026, this one’s going to test your sleep schedule and your employer’s patience. The good news? For us in Mzansi, a lot of matches fall into evening and late-night SAST slots — perfect for after-work viewing, a cold one in hand, and a bit of 2010 nostalgia. This page exists for one reason only: to give you the full 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule in South Africa Standard Time (SAST), so you never miss a kick.

🌍 A Quick Look Back at World Cup History

The FIFA World Cup kicked off back in 1930 in Uruguay with just 13 teams. Fast-forward nearly a century and it’s now the biggest sporting event on the planet. Every four years, the tournament dishes out moments that stick with us forever — Pelé lighting up 1970, Maradona doing Maradona things in 1986, Germany’s ruthless efficiency, and Argentina finally lifting it again in Qatar.

And of course, for South Africans, 2010 will always hit different. Vuvuzelas, packed fan parks, Bafana Bafana hosting the world — we changed football culture forever.

Here’s 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
1998 France France

Brazil with 5 titles to its name may still be the kings historically, but this expanded 2026 format? It’s wide open. More teams means more upsets, more fairytale runs, and more drama — exactly how we like it.

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Category Details
Host Nations USA, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Time Zone Used on This Page South Africa Standard Time (UTC +2)
Final Venue MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

🏟️ How the New 48-Team World Cup Format Works

For the first time ever, the World Cup is expanded to 48 teams. These teams are divided into 12 groups of four, with each country playing three group matches. The idea is to allow more countries to be in the spotlight without completely losing competitiveness early on.

The top two teams from each group directly go to the knockout stage. Besides that, the eight best third-placed teams also qualify; thus, a brand-new Round of 32 is formed. In other words, every goal counts, right up to the last group match.

The knockout stage begins in late June and lasts up to the final on 19 July 2026. More knockout games, more late nights, more excuses for telling your boss that youre working from home.

🌍 Africa, Bafana & the World Cup Dream

Africa is going to have the largest contingent ever at a World Cup in 2026, with even more qualification spots available. That’s huge for the continent, and for Bafana Bafana, it’s definitely another great opportunity to get back to the main stage.

While South Africa was part of the FIFA World Cups line-ups in 1998 and 2002, their World Cup narrative is mainly associated with 2010. Hosting the event placed African football at the centre of the world, and even now, that impact is still felt. The hope? That 2026 marks the beginning of a new era, competitive, fearless, and ready to take giants by surprise.

With the expanded format, depth is hardly as important as belief. And let me tell you, football has proven to us several times that belief can get you really far, and Bafana Bafana would at the very least want to advance from the Group Stages in 2026.

South Africa’s matches in SAST

Date Time Team 1 Score Team 2
11 June, 2026
(Thursday)
9:00 PM (SAST)
Mexico
vs
South Africa
Mexico City
Match No. 1
Group A
18 June, 2026
(Thursday)
6:00 PM (SAST)
Czechia
vs
South Africa
Atlanta
Match No. 25
Group A
25 June, 2026
(Thursday)
3:00 AM (SAST)
South Africa
vs
South Korea
Monterrey
Match No. 54
Group A

Nothing quite matches the buzz of a World Cup opening match, and in 2026, Bafana Bafana are right at the centre of it. South Africa kick off their World Cup journey in the tournament opener with a heavyweight clash against the hosts, Mexico, on 11 June 2026. The Group A showdown gets underway at 9:00 PM SAST in Mexico City — a perfect prime-time slot for fans back home.

South Africa’s second group match is scheduled for 18 June 2026, with kick-off at 6:00 PM SAST in Atlanta. The opponent will be either Denmark/Czech Republic/Republic of Ireland/North Macedonia, making this fixture a potential turning point in the group.

The group stage wraps up in the early hours of 25 June 2026, when South Africa face South Korea at 3:00 AM SAST in Monterrey. With knockout qualification likely on the line, this one has late-night drama written all over it.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule in South Africa Standard Time (SAST)

As the tournament is going to be held in North America, South African fans should get ready for a good number of evening kick-offs and late-night games. Depending on the city and the match slot, most games start between 9:00 PM SAST and 4:00 AM SAST. The all-important final match will be hosted by MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on 19 July 2026 at 9:00 PM SAST.

Below is the full rundown of all the 104 games with their kick-off times converted into South African Standard Time (SAST). You can easily filter the matches by team, venue, or stage:

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

🌍 Host Nations & Match Venues

The 2026 World Cup games are going to be held in 16 cities that are spread across three different countries, thus it will be the most geographically spread ever.

The main host of the event is the United States, where games will be played in major cities such as New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Seattle, and more.

Canada is inviting the world through its cities of Toronto and Vancouver, whereas Mexico, a football royalty, gets to host games in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. Proper football cities, proper atmosphere.

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in South Africa

  • SABC
  • FIFA+ for highlights and official content

🌐 View Schedules in Other Time Zones

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❓ South Africa & 2026 World Cup – FAQs

Q1. What time will most matches kick off in SAST?
Most games will be played in the evening or late at night, with kick-offs ranging from around 9:00 PM to the early hours.

Q2. How many teams are playing in 2026?
A total of 48 teams, the biggest World Cup ever.

Q3. How many matches are there?
104 matches across the group and knockout stages.

Q4. When is the final in South Africa time?
The final takes place on 19 July 2026 at 9:00 PM (SAST)

Q5. Where can South Africans watch the World Cup?
On SABC and FIFA+.

You would not want to miss any of these moments. Late nights, huge ambitions, and World Cup fever, that sums up the mood perfectly for South African fans at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Bookmark this page and enjoy every minute — because moments like these don’t come around often.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Malaysia Time (MYT)

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup is planned to become the most extensive and ambitious edition of the tournament ever. Historically, for the first time, footballs biggest event will take place jointly in three countries the United States, Canada, and Mexico. As the matches are to be held over an entire continent, the 2026 tournament is a clear indication of how global the present game has become.

On a scale this huge, there will be a 48-team format, with the competition greatly expanded and 104 matches to be played between 11 June and 19 July 2026. Malaysia football fans, whenever they are following a North American-based tournament, can anticipate early morning kick-offs and must be very prudent in their viewing schedules. This page displays the entire 2026 FIFA World Cup match time table converted to Malaysia Time (MYT), also known as Malaysia Standard Time (MST) so that you can watch all the games without bothering about the change of time zones.

🌍 FIFA World Cup – a Legacy

The FIFA World Cup has always been a source of thrills from the very start in Uruguay in 1930, when the competition featured only 13 teams. Now, a football marathon of 48 teams has taken over the world. It is hard to find a country that is not a fan of the FIFA World Cups. Even the countries that have never competed in FIFA World Cups still have a significant fan following for the competition. The event takes place once every four years, and each edition provides us with a plethora of memories.

In the initial years, the tournament was mainly the battle of the South American countries; however, the European giants quickly gained dominance, and the competition has kept changing. So, expect the unexpected from the 2026 edition.

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Category Details
Host Nations USA, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Time Zone Used on This Page Malaysia Time (UTC +8)
Final Venue MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

🏟️ Know about the tournament format

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will adopt a new format with 48 teams split into 12 groups of 4. Each team will play 3 group stage games, thus the importance of consistency and having a deep squad is getting higher and higher.

The first and second-placed teams of each group will directly qualify for the round of 32, while the 8 best third-placed teams will also advance to the Round of 32 based on their overall standing among all the thrid placed teams. From the Round of 32 onwards, there will be a knockout phase (single-elimination games) until the final, meaning that every match will be decisive.

The knockout phase will start from late June and continue until the final on the 19th of July 2026. This expanded World Cup format leads to more matches with very high stakes and a greater variety of kick-off hours for fans watching from Malaysia.

Malaysia and the FIFA World Cup: Passion Beyond Qualification

Although Malaysia has yet to qualify for the FIFA World Cups, football is still very much the main sport of the Malaysians. The sport always has a vibrant fan base in the country, and a large number of Malaysians regularly attend matches at the local, regional and international levels.

During a few spells, Malaysia’s football team was able to achieve success in the local Southeast Asian football market. The national team is now after long, term goals for on, field development and international recognition. As part of a general game improvement policy, youth academies and top-tier league programs regularly receive upgrades.

For Malaysian football fans, the World Cup is both a source of joy and a learning opportunity, a moment to see the greatest football stars live on TV, learn high-level football tactics, and get ideas for the future development of local football. People will get the same feeling from the 2026 World Cup.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule in Malaysia Time (MYT)

As stated above, the matches will be hosted across North America; fans in Malaysia should expect a combination of late-night and early-morning kick-offs. Most fixtures will fall between 3:00 AM and 10:00 AM MYT, depending on the venue time zone.

The opening match, played locally on 11 June 2026, will be shown in Malaysia on 12 June 2026 at 3:00 AM (MYT), in which one of the co-hosts, Mexico, will face the 2010 hosts, South Africa. The final for Malaysian fans will kick off on 20 July 2026 at 3:00 AM (MYT) in the United States.

Below is the complete schedule of all 104 matches, with every kick-off time shown in Malaysia Standard Time (MST)/Malaysia Time (MYT):

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

🌍 Host Nations and Match Venues

With games held at 16 different host cities in 3 countries, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to become the most geographically spread-out event in World Cup history.

Most of the matches will be played in the USA (78), where New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Boston, Philadelphia, Seattle, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Kansas City will host the matches.

Canada will hold matches in Toronto (6) and Vancouver (7), while Mexico will host matches in Mexico City (5), Guadalajara (4), and Monterrey (4).

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Malaysia

  • National and regional sports broadcasters (will be updated later)
  • FIFA+ for highlights and selected matches

❓ Malaysia Time & 2026 FIFA World Cup – Frequently Asked Questions

What time will World Cup matches be played in Malaysia?
Most matches will kick off during late-night or early-morning hours in Malaysia. All times on this page are shown in MYT.

Is Malaysia Time the same as Singapore Time?
Yes. Malaysia Time (MYT) and Singapore Time (SGT) both operate at UTC +8.

How many matches will be played at the 2026 World Cup?
A total of 104 matches will be played.

🌐 View Schedules in Other Time Zones

🌍 View All Time Zones (Worldwide Match Timings)

Early mornings, quiet living rooms, and football unfolding before sunrise — that’s how the 2026 FIFA World Cup will feel for fans in Malaysia. Bookmark this page, keep the MYT schedule handy, and enjoy every stage of the biggest World Cup football has ever seen.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Indochina Time (ICT)

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The FIFA World Cup will rewrite history during the 23rd edition of the competition as it will be the very first time when three nations will come together to host the World Cup, and not only this, it will be the first ever World Cup to feature 48 teams, increased from the previous 32 teams. This means the drama, passion and excitement will extend from 64 matches to 104 matches. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States from June 11, 2026, to July 19, 2026.

For football fans across Southeast Asia, especially in Thailand, Vietnam, and other countries following Indochina Time (ICT), keeping track of matches played in North America can be a bit challenging. However, this page is the solution as it provides the complete 2026 FIFA World Cup match schedule converted into Indochina Time (ICT), making it easier to follow every kick-off without worrying about time-zone conversions.

🌍 A Brief History of the FIFA World Cup

Since its first edition in 1930, the FIFA World Cup has grown into the most-watched sporting event on the planet. Held once every four years, the tournament has produced iconic moments, legendary players, and unforgettable matches that continue to shape football culture across generations.

From historic champions to surprise underdogs, the World Cup remains the ultimate stage for international football. The 2026 edition opens a new chapter, not only because of its size, but because it brings more nations into meaningful competition than ever before.

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Category Details
Host Nations USA, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Time Zone Used on This Page Indochina Time (UTC +7)
Final Venue MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

Let’s understand the 48-Team format

There are two major changes in the competition format of the 2026 FIFA World Cup as compared to previous editions. One, the number of groups has increased from 8 to 12, and two, the introduction of a new round called the Round of 32. All 48 teams will be divided into 12 groups of four teams each, with each team playing matches in round-robin format or in simple words, each team will face all other teams in its group.

The top two teams from each group qualify directly for the knockout rounds as has been done in previous editions; however, the third-placed teams also stay in the fray, as the eight best third-placed teams also advance to the Round of 32. From there on, it will be business as usual, and the tournament follows a straight knockout format.

The knockout stage begins in late June and continues all the way to the final on 19 July 2026. This expanded World Cup format means more entertaining fixtures and a wider spread of kick-off times, which suits fans across Southeast Asia following matches in ICT.

Indochina and the FIFA World Cup: Growing Ambitions

The love for Football continues to grow steadily across the Indochina region, particularly in Thailand and Vietnam, where fan engagement, youth development, and domestic leagues have made significant progress over the last decade.

Thailand have long been one of Southeast Asia’s most established footballing nations, with consistent performances in regional competitions and a strong domestic league structure. Vietnam, meanwhile, have emerged rapidly, achieving notable success at youth and senior levels and capturing widespread public interest through disciplined, high-energy football.

While qualification for the FIFA World Cup remains a far cry for both nations, tournaments like the 2026 World Cup play a vital role to ingnite the passion in the young ones.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule in Indochina Time (ICT)

With matches hosted across Canada, Mexico and the USA, viewers following Indochina Time should expect a mix of late-night and early-morning kick-offs. The majority of fixtures will fall between 2:00 AM and 8:00 AM ICT, depending on the time-zone of the host city.

For Fans in Thailand and Vietnam, the tournament will kick off on 12 June 2026 at 2:00 AM ICT when Mexico take on South Africa, and the all-important final match will be played on 20 July 2026 at 2:00 AM ICT in the MetLife Stadium in NY.

Below is the complete schedule of all 104 matches, with every kick-off time displayed in Indochina Time (ICT):

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

🌍 Host Nations and Match Venues

The 104 matches to be played in various stages of the competition will be played across 16 host cities spread between three countries, giving the World Cup the title of the most geographically extensive FIFA World Cup ever held.

The highest number of matches will be played in the United States, where New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Boston, Philadelphia, Seattle, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Kansas City will host the matches.

Canada will host matches in Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico will welcome teams and fans in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Indochina

  • National broadcasters and regional sports channels (will be updated later)
  • FIFA+ for highlights and selected matches

❓ Indochina Time & 2026 FIFA World Cup – Frequently Asked Questions

What is Indochina Time (ICT)?
Indochina Time is UTC +7 and is used by Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos.

Will all match times be shown in ICT on this page?
Yes. Every match is automatically converted and displayed in Indochina Time.

How many matches will be played at the 2026 World Cup?
A total of 104 matches will be played, the highest number in World Cup history.

🌐 View Schedules in Other Time Zones

🌍 View All Time Zones (Worldwide Match Timings)

For football fans across Thailand, Vietnam, and the wider Indochina region, the 2026 FIFA World Cup promises weeks of early starts, late nights, and unforgettable moments. Bookmark this page, keep the ICT schedule close, and follow every stage of the biggest World Cup the sport has ever seen.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Nepal Standard Time (NPT)

Published on · Updated on · Written by Pooja Sharmaby

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up to be the biggest and boldest version of the competition that we’ve ever seen. For the first time in World Cup history, the event won’t belong to just one or two host nations. Instead, it will be shared by three countries, with the United States, Canada, and Mexico teaming up to stage football’s greatest show. It’s a landmark moment, and honestly, it feels long overdue.

But that’s not the only change. This edition also heats things up on the pitch. A total of 48 national teams will battle it out across 104 matches, running from 11 June to 19 July 2026. If you’re watching from Nepal, that translates to 12 June through 20 July 2026. And here’s the good part—this page gives you the full 2026 FIFA World Cup match schedule already converted into Nepal Standard Time (NPT). No late-night calculations, no second-guessing kick-off times at 5 a.m. Just football, exactly when it starts.

🌍 A Brief History of the FIFA World Cup

The very first FIFA World Cup kicked off back in 1930, with Uruguay playing host to just 13 teams. Fast forward to today, and that modest tournament has exploded into the biggest, most-watched sporting spectacle on the planet. It rolls out every four years, and each edition leaves behind moments that stick with fans for life—screamers from nowhere, shock results no one predicted, and champions whose names get etched into football folklore.

Think about it. Pelé lighting up the world, Maradona doing things that still feel unreal, Germany showing up with ruthless consistency, or Argentina’s emotional, edge-of-your-seat triumph in 2022. This is football stripped down to its rawest form. And now, the 2026 World Cup is gearing up to write the next chapter, promising more teams, more matches, and a whole new set of stories waiting to be told.

What’s surprising is that even though Brazil last lifted the trophy 24 years ago, they’re still the most successful nation in World Cup history with five titles to their name. Four stars each sit above the crests of Germany and Italy, right behind them. Records may be made to be broken—but some legacies are hard to catch.

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Category Details
Host Nations USA, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Time Zone Used on This Page Nepal Standard Time (UTC +5:45)
Final Venue MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

🏟️ How the Expanded 48-Team World Cup Will Work

Here’s the thing—the World Cup format isn’t what you’re used to anymore. With the tournament expanding from 32 teams to a whopping 48, FIFA had to shake things up. Now, those 48 teams are split into 12 groups, with four teams in each. Every side plays the others in its group once.

From there, the pressure really kicks in. The top two teams in each group move on automatically. No surprises there. But here’s the twist: eight of the best third-placed teams also sneak through. That sets up a brand-new Round of 32 instead of the old Round of 16. And once you hit that stage, it’s do-or-die football. Lose a match, and that’s it—time to book your flight home.

The knockout action gets rolling in late June and doesn’t let up until the final whistle on 19 July 2026. What does all this mean for you as a fan? More matches, more drama, and more moments that actually matter. Plus, with games spread across a wider range of kick-off times, it’s a pretty good deal for fans in Nepal—you can catch matches across different windows without wrecking your entire sleep schedule. Not bad at all.

Nepal and the FIFA World Cup: A Journey Still in Progress

Nepal might not have made it to a FIFA World Cup just yet, but don’t mistake that for a lack of love for the game. Football runs deep here. You see it on dusty neighbourhood grounds, in school playgrounds, and in cafés that fill up fast whenever a big international match is on. When the World Cup rolls around, the whole country tunes in.

On the regional front, Nepal has been a familiar face in competitions like the SAFF Championship. Progress hasn’t been overnight, sure, but steady improvements in youth programs and domestic football have kept the bigger dream alive. Slowly, brick by brick.

For Nepali fans, the World Cup isn’t just about whether the national team qualifies. It’s bigger than that. It’s inspiration. A benchmark. A glimpse of where the game can take you if everything clicks. When the 2026 tournament kicks off, the world’s best players will once again light up screens across Nepal—and with them, spark fresh dreams for the next generation.

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule in Nepal Standard Time (NPT)

With matches being played across North America, fans in Nepal should expect a mix of late-night and early-morning kick-offs. Most games will fall between 12:45 AM and 07:45 AM NPT, depending on the host city and match slot.

The opening match will kick off at 12:45 AM NPT on 12 June 2026 when Mexico take on South Africa, and the all-important final will take place on 20 July 2026 at 12:45 AM NPT.

Below is the complete schedule of all 104 matches, with every kick-off time displayed in Nepal Standard Time (NPT):

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

🌍 Host Nations and Match Venues

The 104 matches of the tournament will be played across 16 host cities in three countries, making it the most geographically expansive World Cup ever held.

The United States will host the majority of matches, with games 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 will host the matches in Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico, a country with deep roots of football, will welcome the fans in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Nepal

  • Prime TV
  • FIFA+ for highlights and selected matches

❓ Nepal & 2026 FIFA World Cup – Frequently Asked Questions

What time will World Cup matches be played in Nepal?
Most matches will kick off during late-night or early-morning hours in Nepal, depending on the venue. All times above are shown in NPT.

Is Nepal Standard Time different from Indian Standard Time?
Yes. Nepal Standard Time is UTC +5:45, which is 15 minutes ahead of IST.

How many matches will be played at the 2026 World Cup?
A total of 104 matches will be played, the highest number in World Cup history.

Where can fans in Nepal watch the World Cup live?
Fans in Nepal can watch the matches on Prime TV and FIFA+ for highlights.

Will match times change?
Major changes are unlikely, but any official FIFA updates will be reflected in the above schedule.

🌐 View Schedules in Other Time Zones

🌍 View All Time Zones (Worldwide Match Timings)

Early alarms. Dark, silent rooms. A glowing screen flickering with football before the sun even thinks about coming up. That’s the 2026 FIFA World Cup experience for fans in Nepal. So do yourself a favour—bookmark this page, keep the Nepal Standard schedule handy, and settle in for the ride. It’s the biggest World Cup the game has ever seen, and every early kick-off, every sleepy-eyed goal, and every unforgettable moment will be worth it.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Korea Standard Time (KST)

Published on · Updated on · Written by Pooja Sharmaby

Let’s be honest—nothing kills World Cup excitement faster than missing a big match because of time confusion. One minute you think kickoff is at midnight, the next thing you know, the final whistle’s already gone, and Twitter has spoiled everything.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the loudest and boldest edition that we have seen so far. For the first time in its history, football’s biggest event will be spread across three host nations — the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Bigger geography, more stadiums, and a lot more football packed into a single summer.

A total of 48 national teams (Including 3 hosts and 45 nations entering through the qualification process) will play a total of 104 matches scheduled between 11 June and 19 July 2026. For the fans in Korea, it will be a month of early mornings, strategic naps, and some strong coffee. This page exists for one simple reason: to show you the complete 2026 FIFA World Cup match schedule converted into Korea Standard Time (KST), so you always know exactly when the action kicks off — no guesswork required.

🌍 History @ FIFA World Cups

The FIFA World Cups have grown from a humble beginning in 1930 in Uruguay with only 13 teams into the most followed sporting spectacle on the planet. The international governing body for the sport of football organises it every four years, and hardly anyone would find anyone who doesn’t know about the tournament. Every four years, the tournament never fails to deliver moments that become part of football history, be it Pelé’s magic in 1970 or Maradona’s brilliance in 1986, Germany’s machine-like consistency or Argentina’s dramatic victory in the last edition in Qatar.

Let’s have a look at the 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
1998 France France

Despite winning the last World Cup 24 years ago, Brazil remains the most successful team in the history of FIFA World Cups. However, the expanded 2026 format opens the door for new stories. More teams, more matches, and more chances for surprise runs — which is exactly why this World Cup feels so unpredictable already.

⚽ Quick Facts – 2026 FIFA World Cup

Category Details
Host Nations USA, Canada, Mexico
Tournament Dates 11 June – 19 July 2026
Total Teams 48
Total Matches 104
Time Zone Used on This Page Korea Standard Time (UTC +9)
Final Venue MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, USA

🏟️ How the Expanded 48-Team World Cup Will Work

The 2026 FIFA World Cup introduces a brand-new tournament structure, expanding the competition to 48 teams for the first time. These teams will be organised into 12 groups of four, with each nation playing three group-stage matches. It’s a format designed to bring more countries into the spotlight while keeping the early stages competitive.

From each group, the top two teams qualify automatically for the knockout rounds, but that’s not the end of the story. To fill out the new Round of 32, the eight best third-placed teams across all groups will also advance. That extra safety net adds real tension to the final round of group matches, where even third place can still mean survival.

The knockout stage starts in late June and runs all the way through to the final on 20 July 2026 (KST). This expanded World Cup format means more knockout football and a wider spread of kick-off times — something that actually suits fans in Korea balancing workdays with early-morning matches.

South Korea at the FIFA World Cup: Asia’s Trailblazers

South Korea first featured in the FIFA World Cup in 1954 and featured in every edition from 1986. Over the decades, they’ve grown from underdogs into one of Asia’s most respected and battle-tested football nations — built on pace, discipline, and relentless work rate.

Their defining moment came on home soil in 2002, when Korea stunned the football world by reaching the semi-finals — still the best-ever World Cup finish by an Asian team. Wins over Italy and Spain turned that tournament into a piece of national sporting history.

More recently, Korea have shown they can trouble the very best. In 2018, they knocked out defending champions Germany. In 2022, they reached the Round of 16, powered by dramatic late goals and trademark fight. Heading into 2026, expectations are quietly building once again.

South Korea’s Matches in KST

South Korea will start their campaign on 12 June 2026 at 11:00 AM (KST) at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico. Thereafter, Taegeuk Warriors will conclude the group stage facing Mexico and South Africa at 10:00 AM (KST) on 19 June 2026 and 25 June 2026, respectively. Below you can find all the matches involving South Korea, with kick-off times converted to Korea Standard Time (KST). You can also find the full tournament schedule further down this page.

Date Time Team 1 Score Team 2
12 June, 2026
(Friday)
11:00 AM (KST)
South Korea
vs
Czechia
Guadalajara
Match No. 2
Group A
19 June, 2026
(Friday)
10:00 AM (KST)
Mexico
vs
South Korea
Guadalajara
Match No. 28
Group A
25 June, 2026
(Thursday)
10:00 AM (KST)
South Africa
vs
South Korea
Monterrey
Match No. 54
Group A

🕓 2026 FIFA World Cup Match Schedule in Korea Standard Time (KST)

With the tournament hosted in North America, fans watching from Korea should brace for a mix of early-morning kick-offs. Most matches will fall between 4:00 AM and 11:00 AM KST, depending on the host city and match slot.

Below is the complete schedule of all 104 matches, with kick-off times displayed in Korea Standard Time (KST). For a quick look, you can filter the matches by Team, Venue and Stage:

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

🌍 Host Nations and World Cup Match Venues

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be staged across 16 host cities spread throughout three North American countries, making it the most geographically wide-reaching edition of the tournament to date. Matches will take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, giving fans a true continent-spanning World Cup experience.

The United States will host the majority of fixtures, with games scheduled in New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Houston, Boston, Philadelphia, Seattle, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Kansas City. From iconic coastal cities to traditional sporting hubs, the US venues cover nearly every corner of the country.

In Canada, matches will be played in Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico — a nation deeply woven into World Cup history — will welcome fans in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. Together, these cities form the backbone of a tournament designed to bring the world’s game to more places than ever before.

📺 How to Watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Korea

  • JTBC / NAVER Sports/ CHZZK 
  • FIFA+ for highlights and selected matches

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❓ Republic of Korea & 2026 FIFA World Cup – Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. What time will South Korea’s matches be played in KST?
Most matches are expected to kick off during early-morning hours in Korea, with some late-night fixtures depending on the venue. The schedule above shows exact kick-off times in KST.

Q2. How many times has South Korea qualified for the FIFA World Cup?
South Korea have qualified for the World Cup 11 times, including every edition from 1986 to 2022. The 2026 tournament will mark another chapter in that consistent run.

Q3. What is South Korea’s best performance at the World Cup?
Korea’s best-ever finish came in 2002, when they reached the semi-finals on home soil — a historic achievement for Asian football.

Q4. Has Korea Republic reached the knockout stages recently?
Yes. Korea reached the Round of 16 in 2010 and 2022, showing they remain competitive against top international sides.

Q5. Where can fans in Korea watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup live?
Matches are expected to be broadcast on JTBC / NAVER Sports/ CHZZK, supported by official streaming platforms and FIFA+ for highlights.

Q6. How many matches will Korea play in the group stage?
Korea Republic will play three group-stage matches. The top two teams from each group, along with selected third-placed teams, advance to the knockouts.

Q7. Can Korea make a deep run in 2026?
With the expanded format and a balanced squad, 2026 offers Korea a real opportunity to push beyond recent Round of 16 exits — if things click at the right time.

Early alarms. Strategic naps. Pure football madness. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is going to test sleep schedules across Korea, but it’s going to be worth every lost hour. Bookmark this page, keep the KST schedule handy, and enjoy the tournament as it unfolds — one unforgettable match at a time.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Indian Standard Time (IST)

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the biggest edition ever, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. This page provides the full World Cup schedule converted into Indian Standard Time (IST), helping fans in India track every match, from the opening game to the final, without any time-zone confusion.

2026 FIFA World Cup Schedule in Japan Standard Time (JST)

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Follow the complete 2026 FIFA World Cup match schedule in Japan Standard Time (JST) with accurate kick-off times for all 104 matches. Hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, the expanded 48-team tournament will see Japan compete on football’s biggest stage. This page helps Japanese fans track every group-stage and knockout match without manual time conversion.