Latest News About Kickoff for World Cup 2026

World Cup 2026 opens on June 11, 2026, the opening game kicks off the tournament, while the final scheduled for July 19, 2026. hosts across the three nations host a expanded lineup, group-stage games run June 11-27, knockouts start from June 28. In Italy, matches are scheduled at local times, television coverage DAZN streams all matches Rai broadcasts select games. This World Cup features 48 teams across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Group-stage dates June 11-27. Knockout rounds start the 28th of June.