World Cup 2026 Match Countdown
Pick any of the 104 World Cup 2026 matches and get a live countdown to kickoff in your local timezone, with venue and stage info.
Mexico vs Cameroon
What is the Match Countdown?
The World Cup 2026 Match Countdown gives you a real-time timer to any of the 104 World Cup matches, converted to your local time zone. Pick a match from the dropdown and see exactly how long until kickoff.
How to use the Match Countdown
- Select any World Cup 2026 match from the dropdown.
- See the countdown to kickoff in days, hours, minutes, and seconds.
- The kickoff time is automatically converted to your browser's local time zone.
Worked example
Opening match: Mexico vs Cameroon at the Estadio Azteca on June 11, 2026.
Kickoff is 19:00 UTC. In US Eastern Time that is 3:00 PM. In London 8:00 PM. In Tokyo 4:00 AM the next morning. The countdown ticks down in your local timezone.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the countdown?
The countdown ticks every second based on your device's clock vs the official UTC kickoff time. Accuracy depends on your system clock being correct.
What if I'm in a weird time zone?
The tool uses your browser's detected time zone via `Intl.DateTimeFormat`. If you're behind a VPN, the time zone shown may not match your physical location.
Can I add the match to my calendar?
Not yet - calendar export coming soon. For now, the kickoff time displayed in your local time zone is easy to add manually.
What happens when the match starts?
The countdown displays "MATCH IN PROGRESS" once kickoff passes. Live scores are available via our [Results API](/world-cup/results) during the tournament.
Why does the time look different from FIFA's site?
FIFA usually displays times in the host city local time. We display in your local time. Both are correct - just different reference points.
Does this work for any future match in the calendar?
Yes - all 104 World Cup 2026 fixtures are available, from the opening match through to the Final on July 19, 2026.