When does the 2026 tournament start?

The 2026 tournament begins on June 11, 2026 with the opening match at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The group stage runs from June 11-26, featuring 72 matches across all 12 groups.

How many matches are in the 2026 tournament?

There are 104 total matches in the expanded 48-team format: 72 group stage matches (June 11-26), 16 Round of 32 matches (June 28-July 1), 8 Round of 16 matches (July 4-6), 4 Quarterfinals (July 9-10), 2 Semifinals (July 14-15), and the Final on July 19.

Where is the 2026 final being played?

The 2026 Final will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey (New York metro area) on July 19, 2026. The stadium has a capacity of over 82,500 seats, making it one of the largest venues in the tournament.

What countries are hosting the 2026 tournament?

The 2026 tournament is co-hosted by three North American countries: the United States (11 venues), Mexico (3 venues), and Canada (2 venues). This marks the first time three nations have co-hosted, and the first 48-team tournament with 16 host cities.

What time zone are match times displayed in?

Match times are shown in the venue's local time zone (ET, CT, or PT depending on the city), with your local time displayed below for convenience. The tournament spans multiple time zones across the US, Mexico, and Canada.

Full Schedule

Round of 32 · Wednesday, July 1, 2026

World Cup 2026 Schedule

Teams To Be Determined

Overview Lineup Result

Match Facts

🏆 Teams to be determined – This knockout match awaits the results of earlier rounds.

Stage: Round of 32 (Match 7)
Matchup: 1A vs 3CEFHI
Date: Wednesday, Jul 1, 2026
Kickoff: 7:00 PM (Mexico City local time)
Venue: Estadio Azteca (capacity: 87,523)
City: Mexico City, Mexico

Round of 32 · Match 7

Round of 32

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Date Wednesday, July 1, 2026

Kickoff 7:00 PM Mexico City

Your Time

Venue Estadio Azteca

Stage Round of 32

Matchup 1A vs 3CEFHI

About This Match

🏆 Teams to be determined – This knockout match will feature the teams that advance through the bracket.

The Round of 32 Match 7 will take place at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

This match features: 1A vs 3CEFHI.

Teams will be determined after the group stage concludes. Follow the Soccer 2026 app for live updates and notifications when the matchup is confirmed.

Possible teams: Korea Republic, Mexico, UEFA Winner D, South Africa, Brazil, Côte d'Ivoire, Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Ecuador, Spain, France, Germany, and more

Knockout Bracket

This Round of 32 match features:

1A vs 3CEFHI

Estadio Azteca, Mexico City

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Round of 32 match at Estadio Azteca?

This Round of 32 match is scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 7:00 PM local time at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

Who will play in this Round of 32 match?

The teams for this match will be determined by earlier rounds. This matchup features: 1A vs 3CEFHI.

What is the capacity of Estadio Azteca?

Estadio Azteca in Mexico City has a capacity of 87,523 spectators and is one of the host venues for the 2026 tournament.

When will we know the teams for this Round of 32 match?

The teams will be confirmed after the preceding rounds are completed. Follow the Soccer 2026 app to get notified when the matchup is official.