England 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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England will play three Group L fixtures at the 2026 World Cup: Croatia on June 17 in Dallas, Ghana on June 23 in Boston, and Panama on June 27 in New York. All kickoff times are in the evening, with the first two matches at 20:00 UTC and the final group game at 21:00 UTC.
The Three Lions face a challenging opening against Croatia before meeting African qualifiers Ghana and CONCACAF representatives Panama to complete their group stage campaign across three major American cities.
England's Group L Schedule Breakdown
England's 2026 World Cup campaign begins with their most challenging group fixture against Croatia in Dallas. The June 17 encounter at 20:00 UTC marks a rematch of their memorable 2018 World Cup semifinal, where England fell 2-1 after extra time. Croatia's technical prowess and tournament experience make this a crucial opening test for Gareth Southgate's successor.
The schedule then takes England to Boston for their second fixture against Ghana on June 23. The Black Stars represent a different tactical challenge, combining physical athleticism with emerging talent from Europe's top leagues. England's final group match against Panama in New York on June 27 at 21:00 UTC offers the Three Lions a chance to secure top spot, assuming positive results in their earlier fixtures. Fans can track live scores and build their tournament bracket on Bola 2026 throughout the group stage.
Frequently asked questions
What time zone are England's 2026 World Cup fixtures listed in?
All England fixture times are listed in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Fans should convert these to their local time zone for accurate viewing schedules.
Which cities will host England's 2026 World Cup group matches?
England will play in Dallas (vs Croatia), Boston (vs Ghana), and New York (vs Panama) during the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.
Who are England's Group L opponents at the 2026 World Cup?
England face Croatia, Ghana, and Panama in Group L. Croatia reached the 2018 World Cup final, while Ghana and Panama bring different regional strengths to the group.