Qatar 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Qatar will play three Group B fixtures during the 2026 World Cup, starting with Switzerland on June 13 in San Francisco and concluding against Bosnia & Herzegovina on June 24 in Seattle. All matches are scheduled across North American venues with kickoff times listed in UTC.
The defending champions from the 2022 tournament face a challenging group stage with matches spanning 11 days across three different cities on the West Coast.
Qatar's Complete Group B Schedule
Qatar's 2026 World Cup campaign features three group-stage matches played across major North American cities. The fixtures are spread over an 11-day period, giving the team adequate rest between matches while requiring travel between three different venues.
Fans planning to attend can track live scores and build their tournament bracket on Bola 2026. Remember that all kickoff times are listed in UTC, so supporters should convert these to their local time zones when making travel arrangements. The late 22:00 UTC kickoff against Canada in Vancouver will be particularly challenging for Middle Eastern viewers.
Frequently asked questions
When does Qatar play their first 2026 World Cup match?
Qatar's opening match is against Switzerland on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 19:00 UTC in San Francisco.
Which cities will host Qatar's World Cup matches?
Qatar will play in San Francisco (vs Switzerland), Vancouver (vs Canada), and Seattle (vs Bosnia & Herzegovina).
What time zone are the Qatar fixture times listed in?
All kickoff times are listed in UTC. Fans should convert these times to their local time zone for accurate scheduling.