Question 1

What are the World Cup finals fixtures for 2026?

Accepted Answer

The World Cup 2026 finals fixtures include: Round of 32 (July 4-7), Round of 16 (July 8-11), Quarter-finals (July 12-15), Semi-finals (July 16-17), Third-place match (July 18), and Final (July 19). All knockout matches will be played across selected host cities in USA, Canada, and Mexico.

Question 2

Where will the World Cup 2026 Final be played?

Accepted Answer

The World Cup 2026 Final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026. This 82,500-seat stadium is home to the NFL's New York Giants and New York Jets.

Question 3

How does the knockout stage work in World Cup 2026?

Accepted Answer

The 2026 World Cup features an expanded knockout stage with 32 teams. The Round of 32 includes the top 2 from each group (24 teams) plus 8 best third-placed teams. Winners advance through Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, culminating in the Final on July 19.

Question 4

When are the World Cup semi-finals and final?

Accepted Answer

The World Cup 2026 semi-finals will be played on July 16-17, 2026. The third-place match is on July 18, and the Final is on July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.

World Cup Finals Fixtures 2026

Road to the Final

Knockout Stage Schedule

Round of 32

Round of 16

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

Third-place Match

Final

Key Final Venues

MetLife Stadium

AT&T Stadium

SoFi Stadium

Tournament Format

Expanded Format

Knockout Rules

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