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FIFA World Cup 2026 Fixtures, Results, Group Standings & How To Watch In South Africa

All the latest FIFA World Cup 2026 news and fixture results in one place!

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The FIFA World Cup only comes around once every four years, and for football fans, that means a month of late nights, impossible predictions, heated debates and unforgettable moments.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has already delivered drama, surprise results and major talking points. For South African supporters, all eyes remain firmly fixed on Bafana Bafana’s quest to progress beyond the group stages and secure a place in the knockout rounds.

Whether you’re planning your viewing schedule, tracking the latest results or looking ahead to the biggest fixtures of the tournament, this guide serves as your one-stop FIFA World Cup hub throughout the competition.

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How To Watch The FIFA World Cup In South Africa

South African football fans can follow the action through official tournament broadcasters and streaming platforms. Check the DStv Broadcast Schedule as they are the only official broadcasters in South Africa, for the latest schedules, match times and coverage information.

Many sports bars, restaurants and entertainment venues across Joburg, Pretoria, Durban and Cape Town will also be screening matches throughout the tournament.

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Group Standings

GROUP A FIXTURES
Date
Fixture
Status

18 June 2026

Czechia vs South Africa

Upcoming

18 June 2026

Mexico vs South Korea

Upcoming

24 June 2026

South Africa vs South Korea

Upcoming

24 June 2026

Czechia vs Mexico

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

18 June 2026

Switzerland vs Bosnia and Herzegovina

Upcoming

18 June 2026

Canada vs Qatar

Upcoming

24 June 2026

Switzerland vs Canada

Upcoming

24 June 2026

Bosnia and Herzegovina vs Qatar

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

19 June 2026

Scotland vs Morocco

Upcoming

19 June 2026

Brazil vs Haiti

Upcoming

24 June 2026

Scotland vs Brazil

Upcoming

24 June 2026

Morocco vs Haiti

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

19 June 2026

United States vs Australia

Upcoming

19 June 2026

Turkey vs Paraguay

Upcoming

25 June 2026

Turkey vs United States

Upcoming

25 June 2026

Paraguay vs Australia

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

20 June 2026

Germany vs Ivory Coast

Upcoming

20 June 2026

Ecuador vs Curacao

Upcoming

25 June 2026

Ecuador vs Germany

Upcoming

25 June 2026

Curacao vs Ivory Coast

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

20 June 2026

Netherlands vs Sweden

Upcoming

21 June 2026

Tunisia vs Japan

Upcoming

25 June 2026

Tunisia vs Netherlands

Upcoming

25 June 2026

Japan vs Sweden

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

15 June 2026

Belgium vs Egypt

1-1

15 June 2026

Iran vs New Zealand

2-2

21 June 2026

Belgium vs Iran

Upcoming

21 June 2026

New Zealand vs Egypt

Upcoming

26 June 2026

New Zealand vs Belgium

Upcoming

26 June 2026

Egypt vs Iran

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

15 June 2026

Spain vs Cape Verde 

3-1

15 June 2026

Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay

0-0

21 June 2026

Spain vs Saudi Arabia

Upcoming

21 June 2026

Uruguay vs Cape Verde

Upcoming

26 June 2026

Uruguay vs Spain

Upcoming

26 June 2026

Cape Verde vs Saudi Arabia

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

16 June 2026

France vs Senegal 

3-1

16 June 2026

Iraq vs Norway

1-4

22 June 2026

France vs Iraq 

Upcoming

22 June 2026

Norway vs Senegal 

Upcoming

26 June 2026

Norway vs France 

Upcoming

26 June 2026

Senegal vs Iraq

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

16 June 2026

Argentina vs Algeria

3-0

17 June 2026

Austria vs Jordan 

3-1

22 June 2026

Argentina vs Austria

Upcoming

22 June 2026

Jordan vs Algeria

Upcoming

27 June 2026

Jordan vs Argentina 

Upcoming

27 June 2026

Algeria vs Austria 

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

17 June 2026

Portugal vs DR Congo

Upcoming

18 June 2026

Uzbekistan vs Colombia

Upcoming

23 June 2026

Portugal vs Uzbekistan 

Upcoming

24 June 2026

Colombia vs DR Congo

Upcoming

27 June 2026

Colombia vs Portugal

Upcoming

27 June 2026

DR Congo vs Uzbekistan 

Upcoming

Date
Fixture
Status

17 June 2026

England vs Croatia

Upcoming

17 June 2026

Ghana vs Panama 

Upcoming

23 June 2026

England vs Ghana

Upcoming

23 June 2026

Panama vs Croatia

Upcoming

27 June 2026

Panama vs England

Upcoming

27 June 2026

Croatia vs Ghana

Upcoming

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Knockout Stage Schedule

Round of 32: 28 June – 3 July

Round of 16: 4 – 7 July

Quarter-finals: 9 – 11 July

Semi-finals: 14 – 15 July

Third-place Playoff: 18 July

FIFA World Cup Final: 19 July

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Latest FIFA 2026 World Cup News

17 June 2026

Bafana Bafana Focus On Crucial Czech Clash

After their opening defeat to Mexico, Hugo Broos and his squad have arrived in Atlanta knowing Thursday’s meeting with Czechia is effectively a must-win encounter. The South Africans are looking to bounce back and keep their hopes of reaching the Round of 32 alive. Source: IOL

DR Congo Refuse To Fear Ronaldo’s Portugal

DR Congo coach Sébastien Desabre says his players will not be intimidated by Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal. Making their first World Cup appearance in more than 50 years, the Leopards are determined to make history in Group K. Source: Reuters

 England And Croatia Renew Their Rivalry

England begin their World Cup campaign against Croatia in a rematch of the memorable 2018 semi-final. Thomas Tuchel’s side are among the tournament favourites, while Croatia hope their experienced stars can make one final run. Source: The Guardian

Record Crowds Continue Across North America

The expanded 48-team tournament is already producing record attendances, with more than 280,000 spectators passing through stadium gates during a single day of action earlier this week. Source: The Guardian

Ronaldo Begins His Final World Cup Journey

At 41 years old, Cristiano Ronaldo is making a record sixth World Cup appearance. Portugal are widely regarded as one of the dark horses for the title, with one of the strongest midfields in the tournament. Source: Flashscore

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