The World Cup has officially kicked off in North America, and with 48 teams in the mix, excitement is building as fans flock to follow the action.
Here’s your comprehensive guide to tracking the World Cup, including the schedule, viewing options, match timings, and host cities.
Where to Watch the World Cup in America
Fans in the United States can catch the World Cup live on Fox and FS1 in English. For Spanish-speaking audiences, broadcasts will be available on Telemundo and Universo.
Streaming Options for the World Cup
The tournament can also be streamed directly on Fox ONE for English speakers and on Peacock for those who prefer Spanish commentary.
Typical Match Start Times
World Cup matches generally kick off between 12:00 PM and 12:00 AM ET, accommodating the various time zones across North America.
Host Cities for the 2026 World Cup
The 2026 World Cup will feature matches in 16 stadiums spread across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Here are the selected host cities and their respective venues:
United States
Inglewood, California: SoFi Stadium
Santa Clara, California: Levi’s Stadium
East Rutherford, New Jersey: MetLife Stadium
Foxborough, Massachusetts: Gillette Stadium
Arlington, Texas: AT&T Stadium
Philadelphia: Lincoln Financial Field
Atlanta: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Kansas City, Missouri: Arrowhead Stadium
Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia: BC Place.
Mexico
Mexico City: Estadio Azteca
Zapopan, Jalisco: Estadio Akron
Guadalupe, Zacatecas: Estadio BBVA
Group Composition for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The tournament will feature 48 participating countries, with only 32 advancing beyond the group stage. Here are the initial group matchups:
Group A: Mexico, South Africa, Czech Republic, South Korea
Group B: Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Group C: Haiti, Morocco, Scotland, Brazil
Group D: United States, Australia, Paraguay, Turkey
Group E: Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curacao
Group F: Netherlands, Sweden, Tunisia, Japan
Group G: Belgium, Iran, Egypt, New Zealand
Group H: Spain, Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, Cape Verde
Group I: France, Iraq, Norway, Senegal
Group J: Algeria, Austria, Jordan, Argentina
Group K: Democratic Republic of Congo, Uzbekistan, Colombia, Portugal
Group L: England, Ghana, Croatia, Panama
Advancement Criteria from the Group Stage
To qualify for the Round of 32, teams must secure a top-two finish in their group or rank among the top eight third-place teams. The team finishing fourth in their group will not progress. The Round of 32 commences on June 28th.
World Cup Match Schedule and Viewing Details
Here’s a snapshot of the upcoming match schedule:
Day 5: Monday, June 15
Spain vs. Cape Verde (Group H): June 15, 12 p.m. ET (FOX, Telemundo)
Belgium vs. Egypt (Group G): June 15, 3 p.m. ET (FOX, Telemundo)
Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay (Group H): June 15, 6 p.m. ET (FS1, Telemundo)
Iran vs. New Zealand (Group G): June 15, 9 p.m. ET (FS1, Telemundo)
Day 6: Tuesday, June 16
France vs. Senegal (Group I): June 16 at 3 p.m. on Fox, Telemundo
Iraq vs. Norway (Group I): June 16 at 6 p.m. on Fox, Telemundo
Argentina vs. Algeria (Group J): June 16 at 9 p.m. on Fox, Telemundo
