2026 World Cup Schedule in Beijing Time (UTC+8)

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from the Mexico City opener through the 19 July final in New Jersey. If you follow matches in China, every kickoff below is shown in Beijing Time (UTC+8, no daylight saving).

Open the full interactive schedule

All 104 fixtures with filters for stage, team and timezone are on our **2026 World Cup schedule page. Switch ET / PT / Mexico City / Beijing** in one click.

Tournament calendar (Beijing Time)

Dates follow FIFA’s published bracket window; confirm each fixture on our schedule after the draw.

Why Beijing time differs from US TV times

Host cities use US time zones (Eastern, Central, Mountain, Pacific) and Mexico / Canada local times. Beijing is 13–15 hours ahead of US Eastern Daylight Time in June, so many games air early morning or lunchtime in China — not prime-time evening slots.

Rule of thumb: UTC kickoff + 8 hours = Beijing clock.

Spotlight fixtures (Beijing Time)

More tools on WC26 Guide

• **Knockout bracket predictor** — fill groups and play through the bracket
• **48-team format explained** — how 32 teams reach the knockouts
• **How to watch legally** — broadcast notes, no pirated streams

Before you travel or set alarms

Stadium gates, broadcaster listings and late schedule changes are not guaranteed on fan sites. Always cross-check **official FIFA communications and our live schedule** the week of the match.

Independent fan guide — not affiliated with FIFA or host committees.