World Cup 2026 guideUpdated 2026-06-04

World Cup 2026 Schedule

The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026, with 104 matches across Canada, Mexico and the United States. This guide explains the schedule structure and how fans can use it for predictions.

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Official tournament window

FIFA lists the World Cup 2026 tournament window as 11 June to 19 July 2026. The opening match is scheduled for Mexico City Stadium on Thursday, 11 June 2026, and the final is scheduled for New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, 19 July 2026.

How the schedule affects predictions

A strong prediction starts with the schedule. Fans should consider travel, rest, group-stage order, knockout paths and venue context before choosing finalists or a champion.

Key schedule facts

Official FIFA information confirms the tournament dates, 48-team format, 104 matches, three host countries, 16 host cities, opening match venue and final venue. Team lists, group details and match-specific fixtures should be synced from FIFA before publication updates.

48 teams will compete.
104 matches will be played.
The tournament spans 16 host cities.
Match-specific updates should be synced from the official FIFA schedule.

FAQ

What is PredictTheCup?

PredictTheCup is an interactive World Cup 2026 prediction platform where fans create brackets, predict winners and compare global football predictions.

Can I create a World Cup 2026 bracket online?

Yes. PredictTheCup is designed so fans can build a tournament bracket, choose winners and compare predictions with other users.

When will aggregate prediction data appear?

Aggregate prediction data appears only after verified values and enough user activity are available.

Where should official World Cup information be verified?

Dates, host cities, stadiums, qualified teams, groups and fixtures should be verified against FIFA or official tournament sources before updates.

When does the World Cup 2026 start?

The World Cup 2026 starts on Thursday, 11 June 2026 at Mexico City Stadium, according to FIFA.

Conclusion

Use the World Cup Predictor to turn the schedule into a complete tournament bracket.

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