FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule, Teams, Host Countries & India Qualification Update | GDN365

 

FIFA World Cup 2026 | 11 June - 19 July | 48 Teams

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the biggest ever. For the first time, 48 teams will play across 3 countries - USA, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament runs from 11 June 2026 to 19 July 2026. The final will be at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Cities & Venues 
Matches will be played in 16 cities. Key stadiums include MetLife Stadium, SoFi Stadium Los Angeles, and Estadio Azteca Mexico City. Indian fans can watch matches in afternoon/evening IST due to time difference.

India Qualification Status for World Cup 2026 
India is playing AFC Round 3 qualifiers. Current group standing + next match date can be checked on the official AFC website. India has never qualified for the FIFA World Cup before, but with 48 teams now, the chances have improved. GDN365 will share live updates.

 Teams Qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 
As of June 2026, host nations USA, Canada, Mexico have auto-qualified. Other big teams like Brazil, Argentina, France, Portugal, Germany are expected to qualify through their regional rounds. Full 48-team list will be updated after qualifiers end.

Where to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in India 
Broadcast rights for India are usually with Sports18/JioCinema. Official confirmation will be shared once announced by FIFA.

FAQ Section - AdSense booster 
Q1: When does FIFA World Cup 2026 start in India time? 
A: 11 June 2026. Match timings will be in IST on GDN365.

Q2: Will India play Pakistan in World Cup 2026? 
A: Only if both teams qualify and are drawn in the same group. Draw happens after all 48 teams are final.

Disclaimer: 
Source: FIFA.com, AFC.com. GDN365 is not affiliated with FIFA.