FIFA World Cup 2026 Results, Champion, Teams and Venues

The FIFA World Cup 2026 concluded on July 19, 2026, with Spain defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time at New York New Jersey Stadium. This hub now serves as a tournament archive for results, fixtures, teams, venues, and licensed broadcast information.

Use the scores and fixtures hub to review match results and kickoff times. Country broadcast pages remain available as an archive of the licensed TV and online coverage used during the tournament.

World Cup 2026 Results and Tournament Archive

The tournament ran from June 11 to July 19, 2026. Spain won the title after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final. Use this archive to review the schedule, results, local-time guides, teams, venues, and official broadcast information.

The best viewing plan is simple: check the fixture first, confirm the local kickoff time, then use the official TV channel or streaming app for your country. FWCTimes updates match hubs, live score pages, team schedules, and broadcast guides as the tournament moves from group matches to the knockout rounds.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Key Details

The 2026 tournament expands the World Cup experience in two main ways. First, it grows from 32 teams to 48 teams. Second, it stretches across a huge map of cities, which changes how fans plan travel, viewing times, and even daily fixture habits.

Tournament timeline

FIFA World Cup 2026 Groups and Teams

The draw placed the 48 qualified teams into 12 groups (A through L), ensuring a mix of heavyweights and rising stars. The top seeds include defending champions and traditional powerhouses like Brazil, France, and Argentina.

The Official Group Draw

• Group A: Hosts Mexico lead the charge against African powerhouse South Africa and Asian tigers South Korea.
• Group B: Co-hosts Canada face a tough test against Switzerland and 2022 hosts Qatar.
• Group D: The USA anchors this group, facing South American grit in Paraguay and trans-Tasman rivals Australia.
• Group I & J: European giants France and then-defending champions Argentina headlined these groups.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Key Dates and Match Stages

Even if you do not memorize every matchday, the tournament becomes simple to follow once you save the stage windows. These date ranges are especially useful because they help you plan viewing routines, travel blocks, or content schedules without getting lost in daily fixtures.

Stage-by-stage timeline (June 11 to July 19)

FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule and Fixtures

The World Cup 2026 schedule is now moving into the knockout phase. FIFA has listed the Round of 32 window from June 28 to July 3, and the confirmed pairings below reflect the fixtures currently showing in the official FIFA match feed.

The Round of 32 table below syncs with the FIFA match feed and keeps confirmed knockout fixtures ahead of older completed results.

Confirmed Round of 32 Fixtures

These Round of 32 matches are confirmed in FIFA’s schedule feed right now. Upcoming and live matches show first; completed matches move to the end automatically after FIFA marks them full-time.

What Happens After Match 72?

• Top 2 teams from each group (24 teams) advance
• Best 8 third-placed teams advance
• Round of 32 begins with Match 73

Round of 32 window

The Round of 32 ran from June 28 to July 3, 2026. This is the new “gateway round” created by the 48-team format.

It matters because it brings knockout pressure earlier, while still rewarding strong group performance. It also means more countries can experience a knockout match, which is a big part of World Cup history.

Round of 16 window

The Round of 16 was played from July 4 to July 7, 2026.

From this point, the tournament feels more intense because there are fewer games, bigger gaps between matchdays, and higher attention on every detail. If you are planning travel, this is where ticket demand typically rises because each match is a major event.

Quarter-finals window

The quarter-finals took place from July 9 to July 11, 2026.

This is where the tournament’s storylines become sharp and simple. Every match here can define a nation’s legacy, and fans often plan trips around these dates because the schedule is shorter and the stakes are higher.

Semi-finals window

The semi-finals took place on July 14 and July 15, 2026.

At this stage, it is not about “good performances” anymore. It is about one result. Cities hosting these matches become the center of world football for two nights.

Third-place playoff and final

The third-place playoff took place on July 18, 2026, followed by the final on July 19, 2026.

The final was played at New York New Jersey Stadium in the New York/New Jersey area. If you only circle one date on your calendar, it is July 19. Want to Know about FIFA World Cup 2026 Prize Money.

How the World Cup Was Broadcast: TV and Streaming Guide

World Cup broadcast rights determined where each match appeared on TV, mobile apps, and online live streams. Check the fixture time first, then match it with your local broadcaster. In the United States, fans should look for Fox Sports and Telemundo coverage; in the UK, BBC and ITV split coverage; in MENA, beIN Sports carries the tournament. The country broadcaster tables below preserve the licensed viewing options used in other regions.

North America & Host Nations

• United States: Viewers can tune into Fox Sports for English coverage and Telemundo for Spanish commentary.

Europe

• United Kingdom: Matches are split between free-to-air giants BBC and ITV.

South America

• Brazil: The football nation will watch via Grupo Globo, CazéTV, and SBT.
• Argentina: TVP, Telefe, and TyC Sports will broadcast the Albiceleste’s journey.
• Colombia: Available on Caracol TV, RCN, and Win Sports.

Asia & MENA

• India: (Note: Specific broadcaster TBD, usually Sports18/JioCinema based on recent trends, though not listed in reference data).
• MENA Region: beIN Sports remains the dominant broadcaster for the Middle East and North Africa.
• China/Japan/Korea: CCTV (China), NHK/TV Asahi/Fuji (Japan – listed as various in reference), and JTBC (South Korea).

2026 FIFA World Cup Broadcasting Rights

World Cup 2026 expanded to 48 teams and included 104 matches from June 11 to July 19. A larger tournament usually means more viewing windows and more coverage across channels and apps. Sport24 holds rights for international in-flight and cruise ship broadcasts, so global travelers still have a licensed viewing route.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup broadcast-rights archive by country and region, based on official and confirmed information:

AFRICA

AMERICAS

ASIA

EUROPE

OCEANIA

FIFA 2026 Host Countries and Host Venues

The FIFA 2026 host countries are Canada, Mexico, and the United States. In total, 16 cities host matches, which is why travel planning matters more than ever.

Canada World Cup 2026 matches

Canada has two host cities:

These cities are important for fans who want a North American World Cup experience with strong infrastructure and easy access from major international routes.

Mexico World Cup 2026 stadiums

Mexico has three host cities:

Mexico City is especially notable because Estadio Azteca hosted the opening match. It is one of the most iconic World Cup venues, and it adds a historic feel to the tournament’s first night.

World Cup 2026 host cities USA

The United States hosts 11 cities:

The USA hosts 11 cities and is set to host the majority of matches, including key late-round games and the final. You can check also FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadium List.

Full 2026 FIFA World Cup stadium list

Here is the full official venue list.

Canada

TorontoBMO FieldView →VancouverBC PlaceView →

Mexico

GuadalajaraEstadio AkronView →Mexico CityEstadio AztecaView →MonterreyEstadio BBVAView →

USA

AtlantaMercedes-Benz StadiumView →BostonGillette StadiumView →DallasAT&T StadiumView →HoustonNRG StadiumView →Kansas CityArrowhead StadiumView →Los AngelesSoFi StadiumView →MiamiHard Rock StadiumView →New York/NJMetLife StadiumView →PhiladelphiaLincoln Financial FieldView →San FranciscoLevi’s StadiumView →SeattleLumen FieldView →

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Conclusion

The FIFA World Cup 2026 ran from June 11 to July 19, with 48 teams playing 104 matches across Canada, Mexico, and the USA. Spain finished as champion after defeating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final. This page now preserves the tournament schedule, teams, venues, broadcast information, and results as an archive.