FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule in IST Time (India Timezone)
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the biggest football tournament in history, and fans in India are already searching for the FIFA World Cup 2026 schedule in IST (Indian Standard Time). With matches hosted across three countries – USA, Canada, and Mexico, Indian viewers will need clear time conversions to follow every game live.
This detailed article explains the match schedule, kickoff timings in IST, tournament format, venues, and how Indian fans can watch matches live, all in one place.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Overview
- Tournament Name: FIFA World Cup 2026
- Host Nations: United States, Canada, Mexico
- Total Teams: 48 (expanded format)
- Expected Dates: June – July 2026
- Total Matches: 104
- Final Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey (USA)
FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule in IST (India Time)
| DATE (IST) | GRP | MATCH | TEAMS | TIME (IST) | VENUE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Jun 12 | A | 1 | Mexico vs South Africa | 12:30 AM | Estadio Azteca |
| Fri, Jun 12 | A | 2 | South Korea vs UEFA PO D | 7:30 AM | Estadio Guadalajara |
| Sat, Jun 13 | B | 3 | Canada vs UEFA PO A | 12:30 AM | Toronto Stadium |
| Sat, Jun 13 | D | 4 | USA vs Paraguay | 6:30 AM | Los Angeles Stadium |
| Sat, Jun 13 | D | 5 | Australia vs UEFA PO C | 9:30 AM | BC Place Vancouver |
| Sun, Jun 14 | B | 6 | Qatar vs Switzerland | 12:30 AM | SF Bay Area Stadium |
| Sun, Jun 14 | C | 7 | Brazil vs Morocco | 3:30 AM | NY/NJ Stadium |
| Sun, Jun 14 | C | 8 | Haiti vs Scotland | 6:30 AM | Boston Stadium |
| Sun, Jun 14 | E | 9 | Germany vs Curaçao | 10:30 PM | Houston Stadium |
| Mon, Jun 15 | F | 10 | Netherlands vs Japan | 1:30 AM | Dallas Stadium |
| Mon, Jun 15 | E | 11 | Ivory Coast vs Ecuador | 4:30 AM | Philadelphia Stadium |
| Mon, Jun 15 | F | 12 | UEFA PO B vs Tunisia | 7:30 AM | Estadio Monterrey |
| Mon, Jun 15 | H | 13 | Spain vs Cape Verde | 9:30 PM | Atlanta Stadium |
| Tue, Jun 16 | G | 14 | Belgium vs Egypt | 12:30 AM | Seattle Stadium |
| Tue, Jun 16 | H | 15 | Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay | 3:30 AM | Miami Stadium |
| Tue, Jun 16 | G | 16 | Iran vs New Zealand | 6:30 AM | LA Stadium |
| Wed, Jun 17 | I | 17 | France vs Senegal | 12:30 AM | NY/NJ Stadium |
| Wed, Jun 17 | I | 18 | IC PO 2 vs Norway | 3:30 AM | Boston Stadium |
| Wed, Jun 17 | J | 19 | Argentina vs Algeria | 6:30 AM | Kansas City |
| Wed, Jun 17 | J | 20 | Austria vs Jordan | 9:30 AM | SF Bay Area |
| Wed, Jun 17 | K | 21 | Portugal vs IC PO 1 | 10:30 PM | Houston |
| Thu, Jun 18 | L | 22 | England vs Croatia | 1:30 AM | Dallas |
| Thu, Jun 18 | L | 23 | Ghana vs Panama | 4:30 AM | Toronto |
| Thu, Jun 18 | K | 24 | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | 7:30 AM | Estadio Azteca |
| Thu, Jun 18 | A | 25 | UEFA PO D vs South Africa | 9:30 PM | Atlanta |
| Fri, Jun 19 | B | 26 | Switzerland vs UEFA PO A | 12:30 AM | LA Stadium |
| Fri, Jun 19 | B | 27 | Canada vs Qatar | 3:30 AM | Vancouver |
| Fri, Jun 19 | A | 28 | Mexico vs South Korea | 6:30 AM | Guadalajara |
| Fri, Jun 19 | D | 29 | UEFA PO C vs Paraguay | 9:30 AM | SF Bay Area |
| Sat, Jun 20 | D | 30 | USA vs Australia | 12:30 AM | Seattle |
| Sat, Jun 20 | C | 31 | Scotland vs Morocco | 3:30 AM | Boston |
| Sat, Jun 20 | C | 32 | Brazil vs Haiti | 6:30 AM | Philadelphia |
| Sat, Jun 20 | F | 33 | Tunisia vs Japan | 9:30 AM | Monterrey |
| Sat, Jun 20 | F | 34 | Netherlands vs UEFA PO B | 10:30 PM | Houston |
| Sun, Jun 21 | E | 35 | Germany vs Ivory Coast | 1:30 AM | Toronto |
| Sun, Jun 21 | E | 36 | Ecuador vs Curaçao | 5:30 AM | Kansas City |
| Sun, Jun 21 | H | 37 | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | 9:30 PM | Atlanta |
| Mon, Jun 22 | G | 38 | Belgium vs Iran | 12:30 AM | LA Stadium |
| Mon, Jun 22 | H | 39 | Uruguay vs Cape Verde | 3:30 AM | Miami |
| Mon, Jun 22 | G | 40 | New Zealand vs Egypt | 6:30 AM | Vancouver |
| Mon, Jun 22 | J | 41 | Argentina vs Austria | 10:30 PM | Dallas |
| Tue, Jun 23 | I | 42 | France vs IC PO 2 | 2:30 AM | Philadelphia |
| Tue, Jun 23 | I | 43 | Norway vs Senegal | 5:30 AM | NY/NJ |
| Tue, Jun 23 | J | 44 | Jordan vs Algeria | 8:30 AM | SF Bay Area |
| Tue, Jun 23 | K | 45 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | 10:30 PM | Houston |
| Wed, Jun 24 | L | 46 | England vs Ghana | 1:30 AM | Boston |
| Wed, Jun 24 | L | 47 | Panama vs Croatia | 4:30 AM | Toronto |
| Wed, Jun 24 | K | 48 | Colombia vs IC PO 1 | 7:30 AM | Guadalajara |
| Thu, Jun 25 | B | 49 | Switzerland vs Canada | 12:30 AM | Vancouver |
| Thu, Jun 25 | B | 50 | UEFA PO A vs Qatar | 12:30 AM | Seattle |
| Thu, Jun 25 | C | 51 | Scotland vs Brazil | 3:30 AM | Miami |
| Thu, Jun 25 | C | 52 | Morocco vs Haiti | 3:30 AM | Atlanta |
| Thu, Jun 25 | A | 53 | UEFA PO D vs Mexico | 6:30 AM | Azteca |
| Thu, Jun 25 | A | 54 | South Africa vs South Korea | 6:30 AM | Monterrey |
| Thu, Jun 25 | E | 55 | Curaçao vs Ivory Coast | 1:30 AM | Philadelphia |
| Thu, Jun 25 | E | 56 | Ecuador vs Germany | 1:30 AM | NY/NJ |
| Fri, Jun 26 | F | 57 | Japan vs UEFA PO B | 4:30 AM | Dallas |
| Fri, Jun 26 | F | 58 | Tunisia vs Netherlands | 4:30 AM | Kansas City |
| Fri, Jun 26 | D | 59 | UEFA PO C vs USA | 7:30 AM | LA Stadium |
| Fri, Jun 26 | D | 60 | Paraguay vs Australia | 7:30 AM | SF Bay Area |
| Sat, Jun 27 | I | 61 | Norway vs France | 12:30 AM | Boston |
| Sat, Jun 27 | I | 62 | Senegal vs IC PO 2 | 12:30 AM | Toronto |
| Sat, Jun 27 | H | 63 | Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia | 5:30 AM | Houston |
| Sat, Jun 27 | H | 64 | Uruguay vs Spain | 5:30 AM | Guadalajara |
| Sat, Jun 27 | G | 65 | Egypt vs Iran | 8:30 AM | Seattle |
| Sat, Jun 27 | G | 66 | New Zealand vs Belgium | 8:30 AM | Vancouver |
| Sun, Jun 28 | L | 67 | Panama vs England | 2:30 AM | NY/NJ |
| Sun, Jun 28 | L | 68 | Croatia vs Ghana | 2:30 AM | Philadelphia |
| Sun, Jun 28 | K | 69 | Colombia vs Portugal | 5:00 AM | Miami |
| Sun, Jun 28 | K | 70 | IC PO 1 vs Uzbekistan | 5:00 AM | Atlanta |
| Sun, Jun 28 | J | 71 | Algeria vs Austria | 7:30 AM | Kansas City |
| Sun, Jun 28 | J | 72 | Jordan vs Argentina | 7:30 AM | Dallas |
Why IST-Based World Cup Scheduling Matters for Indian Fans
Unlike tournaments held in Asia or Europe, the 2026 World Cup’s location makes time conversion essential for Indian audiences. Without an IST schedule, fans risk missing live action, especially during knockout stages.
Key benefits of an IST-focused schedule:
- Helps plan late-night or early-morning viewing
- Avoids confusion between USA, Canada, and Mexico time zones
- Makes it easier to follow favorite teams
- Ideal for fantasy leagues and match reminders
FIFA World Cup 2026 Final: Date & IST Time
The grand finale will be played at one of the most iconic stadiums in the United States.
- Final Match Day: Sunday, Mid-July 2026
- Venue: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
- Expected Kickoff in IST:
6:30 AM IST
Live Telecast & Streaming Options in India
Indian fans will have several ways to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 live.
Where to Watch in India
- 📺 Official television broadcasters (to be confirmed)
- 📱 Mobile apps and online streaming platforms
- 🌐 International streaming services (VPN may be required)
Follow FIFA World cup live stream 2026 Options here.
What Makes FIFA World Cup 2026 Special for Indian Viewers?
- More matches than any previous World Cup
- Increased Asian team participation
- Weekend early-morning matches ideal for India
- Rapid growth of football fanbase in India
