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The biggest FIFA World Cup in history kicks off with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.

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Opening match: June 11, 2026 · 18:00 UTC

Key Dates

June 11, 2026

Opening MatchMexico vs South Africa — Estadio Azteca, Mexico City

June 11–26

Group Stage72 matches across 12 groups in 16 host cities

June 27–30

Round of 32Top 2 from each group advance

July 1–4

Round of 16Knockout stage begins

July 5–6

Quarter-Finals8 teams remaining

July 8–9

Semi-Finals4 teams battle for the final

July 19, 2026

FinalMetLife Stadium, New York / New Jersey

Opening Match

Mexico City, Mexico

Capacity

83,264

Surface

Grass

Final

New York / New Jersey, United States

Capacity

82,500

Surface

Grass (temporary overlay)

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