2026 World Cup Match Schedule Unveiled Following Exciting Day of Draws
FIFA has officially announced the details about the match schedule for the upcoming 2026 World Cup. The highly anticipated event, set to take place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, promises an exciting rollout.
Match Schedule Details for the 2026 World Cup
The match schedule will be released 24 hours after the draw, which occurs on Friday at 12 p.m. ET in Washington. This marks the first time that FIFA will unveil the venues and kick-off times for all 104 matches separately from the group allocation.
Structure of the Tournament
The tournament will feature 48 teams, categorized into four pots of 12. Teams will be drawn based on their FIFA World Rankings, ensuring each group consists of one team from each pot.
- Teams: 48 (including placeholders for six teams leading to playoffs in March)
- Draw Date: Friday at 12 p.m. ET
- Schedule Announcement: Saturday at 12 p.m. ET (5 p.m. GMT)
Time Zone Considerations
For the first time, the match allocation considers the time zones of the host countries, which total four. This approach aims to maximize accessibility for fans around the globe, allowing them to watch their teams play live regardless of location.
Future Schedule Release
The finalized match schedule will be available in March, subsequent to the FIFA and European playoffs. The completion of these playoffs will fill the last six slots in the tournament.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino, along with football legends, will participate in the live broadcast to discuss the matches and provide analysis.
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