Latest News About World Cup 2026 start

Updated 2026-06-18 07:33

The World Cup 2026 begins on June 11, 2026, the curtain-raiser launches the tournament, and the championship decider scheduled for the nineteenth of July 2026. Sixteen host cities feature a expanded lineup, group-stage games take place June 11 through June 27, with knockout rounds beginning the 28th of June. Italy schedule are scheduled at local times, television coverage include DAZN for all games and Rai for selected matches. The tournament features 48 teams across three countries. Group-stage dates June 11-27. Knockouts begin June 28.

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