Turkey 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Turkey will play three Group D fixtures at the 2026 World Cup: against Australia on June 13 in Vancouver, Paraguay on June 20 in San Francisco, and the United States on June 26 in Los Angeles. All kickoff times are provided in UTC and should be converted to your local timezone.
The Turkish national team's group stage campaign spans nearly two weeks across three different North American cities, concluding with a potentially decisive match against co-hosts United States.
Turkey's Complete Group D Schedule
Turkey's 2026 World Cup journey begins in Vancouver against Australia, moves to San Francisco to face Paraguay, and concludes in Los Angeles against co-hosts United States. The 13-day group stage period will test Turkey's squad depth and adaptation to different time zones across North America.
The match against the United States presents particular significance as the final group fixture, likely determining which teams advance to the knockout rounds. Turkey will need to navigate the unique challenge of facing a co-host nation with strong home support in Los Angeles. Fans can track live scores and build their tournament bracket on Bola 2026 as the competition unfolds.
Frequently asked questions
When does Turkey play their first 2026 World Cup match?
Turkey's first match is against Australia on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 04:00 UTC in Vancouver.
What cities will Turkey play in during the 2026 World Cup?
Turkey will play in three cities: Vancouver (vs Australia), San Francisco (vs Paraguay), and Los Angeles (vs United States).
Who are Turkey's opponents in Group D?
Turkey faces Australia, Paraguay, and the United States in Group D of the 2026 World Cup.