2026 FIFA World Cup Final
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is played on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
The 2026 World Cup Final, explained
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final is played at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026. The 82,500-capacity venue will host the world's most-watched single sporting event — the 2022 final drew ~1.5 billion viewers globally.
Qualification rule
Winner is crowned World Champion.
Format
- ·Single match at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey on July 19, 2026.
- ·Extra time (2 × 15 min) and penalties if scores are level after 90 minutes.
- ·Winner is crowned 2026 FIFA World Champion and lifts the FIFA World Cup Trophy.
Final through recent World Cups
How the Final has played out across the most recent FIFA World Cups.
| Edition | Outcome |
|---|---|
| 2002 | Brazil 2-0 Germany at International Stadium, Yokohama |
| 2006 | Italy 1-1 France (5-3 pens) at Olympiastadion, Berlin |
| 2010 | Spain 1-0 Netherlands (a.e.t.) at Soccer City, Johannesburg |
| 2014 | Germany 1-0 Argentina (a.e.t.) at Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro |
| 2018 | France 4-2 Croatia at Luzhniki Stadium, Moscow |
| 2022 | Argentina 3-3 France (4-2 pens) at Lusail Stadium, Lusail |
Final fixtures
Frequently Asked Questions
How many matches are in the World Cup 2026 Final?
The Final consists of 1 match between 2026-07-19 and 2026-07-19 — an average of 1.0 matches per day.
What is the qualification rule for the Final?
Winner is crowned World Champion.
When does the Final start at the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Final runs from Sunday, July 19 to Sunday, July 19, 2026.
Does Final use extra time and penalties?
Yes. If the score is level after 90 minutes, two 15-minute halves of extra time are played. If still tied, the match is decided on penalty kicks.
Can I get Final fixtures and live scores via API?
Yes. Filter the matches endpoint by stage (final) or by date range (2026-07-19–2026-07-19) to get every Final fixture, plus live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds during play.
How does the 2026 Final compare to previous editions?
The 2026 Final retains the same single-elimination format used in recent World Cups, but draws teams from the expanded 48-team field.
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