It’s official: the full 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule has been announced, and Team Canada has their work cut out for them. Since the schedule dropped, Vancouver fans have been buzzing about the games their city will be hosting, as well as who Team Canada will be facing in the upcoming games.
Vancouver World Cup Schedule
As one of the FIFA World Cup’s host cities, Vancouver will be the stage for 7 matches. It was just announced which teams the city will be hosting for these edge-of-your-seat games, giving Vancouverites the chance to watch the action up-close.
“The Final Draw has turned excitement into reality. Knowing which nations will compete here makes this moment truly special for Vancouver and British Columbia. Our team has been working hard behind the scenes, and now the countdown feels real. We’re committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming environment where fans can celebrate the beautiful game and experience the best of our city and province,” said Jessie Addock, Host Committee Lead of FIFA World Cup 2026 Vancouver™.
Here’s a look at the upcoming schedule:
Group stage matches:
- Match 6 — Saturday, 13 June 2026 at 21:00 PT / 00:00 ET — AUS vs TUR/ROU/SVK/KOS (Group D)
- Match 27 — Thursday, 18 June 2026 at 15:00 PT / 18:00 ET — CAN vs QAT (Group B)
- Match 40 — Sunday, 21 June 2026 at 18:00 PT / 21:00 ET — NZL vs EGY (Group G)
- Match 51 — Wednesday, 24 June 2026 at 12:00 PT / 15:00 ET — SUI vs CAN (Group B)
- Match 64 —Friday, 26 June 2026 at 20:00 PT/ 23:00 ET — NZL vs BEL (Group G)
Round of 32 fixtures:
- Match 85 — Thursday 2 July 2026 at 20:00 PT /23:00 ET — 1B vs 3 EFGIJ
Round of 16 fixtures:
- Match 96 — Tuesday 7 July 2026 at 13:00 PT/ 16:00 ET — W85 vs W87
Team Canada’s Matches
Team Canada’s matches have also been finalized on Friday’s draw. They’ll be playing against Qatar and Switzerland, as well as the Europe Playoff A winner– one of which could potentially be No. 12 Italy.
We won’t know who Canada’s opening opponent will be until March, but the most favourable matchup would be either Wales, Northern Ireland, or Bosnia and Herzegovina. Facing Italy would definitely be the hardest match for Canada, considering that Team Italy has won four World Cups.
Here’s what Team Canada’s schedule looks like:
- June 12 at BMO Field, Toronto: Canada vs. UEFA Playoff A Winner
- June 18 at BC Place, Vancouver: Canada vs. Qatar (No. 51)
- June 24 at BC Place, Vancouver: Canada vs. Switzerland (No. 17)
For more information on the Vancouver World Cup schedule, check here.
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