FIFA World Cup 2026 — Schedule, Results, Groups

Co-hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States. 48 teams in the final tournament. Free live scores and lineups for every match.

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About World Cup 2026

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first to be co-hosted by three nations — the United States, Canada and Mexico — and the first to feature 48 teams in the final tournament, up from 32. The tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026 and runs through the final on July 19.

KiwiScore provides free, real-time live scores, lineups, goal scorers, cards and substitutions for every World Cup match, plus the full group stage table and knockout bracket.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When does the World Cup 2026 start?

June 11, 2026 (local time). The opening match will be played simultaneously across host cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

How many teams are in World Cup 2026?

48 teams — an expansion from the previous 32-team format. Africa receives 9.5 slots, Asia 8.5, Europe 16, South America 6.5, CONCACAF 6, Oceania 1.5.

How fast are KiwiScore's live updates?

All matches update in real time via WebSocket. Goals, cards and substitutions appear within 1–2 seconds. No signup, no ads-heavy interface, completely free.

Can I see lineups and H2H stats?

Yes. Tap any match for predicted lineups, formation diagrams, head-to-head history, goal scorers, substitutions and the latest group standings.

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