What’s the full match schedule, groups and format for World Cup 2026?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature 48 nations competing in a 39-day tournament across 16 venues in Canada, Mexico, and the United States. The tournament will consist of one group-stage round and four knockout rounds before the final. The teams will be divided into groups, with the opening match taking place at the Mexico City Stadium in Mexico on June 11. The final will be hosted at the New York New Jersey Stadium on July 19.