Germany's schedule for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, has been released. The tournament, set to kick off on June 11, 2026, will see Germany compete in the group stage with matches in multiple locations.
Here’s a breakdown of Germany’s confirmed group stage matches:
- Sunday, June 14, 2026: Germany vs. Curaçao at NRG Stadium, Houston. The match is scheduled for 1:00 PM ET.
- Saturday, June 20, 2026: Germany vs. Ivory Coast at BMO Field, Toronto.
- Thursday, June 25, 2026: Germany vs. Ecuador at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford. The match is scheduled for 4:00 PM ET.
The 2026 World Cup marks the first time 48 teams will participate, expanding from the traditional 32-team format. The group stages will run from June 11-27. Following the group stage, the Round of 32 will take place from June 28 to July 3, followed by the Round of 16 from July 4-7. The Quarter-finals are scheduled for July 9-11, and the Semi-finals on July 14-15. The final will be held on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
The tournament will kick off with Mexico facing South Africa at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 11, 2026. The locations span across North America, offering fans diverse venues to support their teams.
Currently, 42 of the 48 spots for the 2026 World Cup have been decided. The remaining six will be determined in playoffs in March 2026. UEFA will have four additional teams qualify, with two more coming from inter-confederation playoffs.
