Miami’s 2026 World Cup Matches, Schedule & Tickets: See The Full Guide
- luiz4791
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Updated: 27 minutes ago
In the summer of 2026, the sidewalks around Hard Rock Stadium will begin to feel less like South Florida and more like a global crossroads. Jerseys will outnumber beachwear. Accents will overlap. Flags will flutter where tailgate tents usually stand. For the first time in history, Miami will not simply host the World Cup, it will inhabit it!
Over five weeks, Hard Rock Stadium, will host seven matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, spanning from the group stage to the knockout rounds. Games will be played on June 15, 21, 24, and 27, followed by a Round of 32 match on July 3, a quarterfinal on July 11, and the third-place match on July 18.
Tickets of the 2026 FIFA World Cup can be purchased below.
Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay
Group Stage | June 15, 2026
Miami’s World Cup opens with a contrast in footballing identities. Saudi Arabia arrives as a side shaped by recent investment and growing ambition, while Uruguay brings a long-established international pedigree built on discipline and tournament resilience. As the first match played in Miami during the tournament, this fixture is expected to draw strong international demand, particularly from traveling supporters. Purchase tickets here.
Uruguay vs. Cape Verde
Group Stage | June 21, 2026
Uruguay returns to Hard Rock Stadium less than a week later, this time against Cape Verde, a matchup that reflects the expanded and increasingly global nature of the 2026 World Cup. This fixture highlights Miami’s role as a crossroads city, where emerging football nations meet established powers on neutral ground. Purchase tickets here.
Brazil vs. Scotland
Group Stage | June 24, 2026
Few group-stage matches carry as much cultural weight as Brazil versus Scotland. Brazil arrives with history, expectation, and global attention. Scotland arrives with a fiercely loyal fan base known for transforming stadiums into living soundtracks. This match is expected to be among the most sought-after tickets in Miami’s World Cup slate. Purchase tickets here.
Colombia vs. Portugal
Group Stage | June 27, 2026
The final group-stage match in Miami pairs Colombia’s expressive, attacking tradition with Portugal’s tactical precision and tournament experience. By this point, group standings may already be shaping knockout paths, adding competitive urgency to the atmosphere. Purchase tickets here.
Round of 32 Match
Knockout Stage | July 3, 2026 (Teams TBA)
As the tournament enters its elimination phase, Miami hosts a Round of 32 match, where margins disappear and consequences sharpen. The teams will be determined by earlier group results, but the stakes are guaranteed: advance or exit. Purchase tickets here.
Quarter-final
Knockout Stage | July 11, 2026 (Teams TBA)
The quarter-final brings the World Cup’s intensity into full focus. Careers are defined here. Tournaments pivot here. For Miami, it represents one of the city’s most significant sporting moments to date. Demand for this match is expected to be among the highest of the entire tournament.
Bronze Final (Third-Place Playoff)
July 18, 2026 (Teams TBA)
Miami’s final World Cup match is also its most emotionally complex. The Bronze Final is about recovery, pride, and unfinished business, played by teams that came close to the final and now play for legacy. As the tournament’s last match in the city, it offers fans one final chance to experience the World Cup atmosphere in Miami Gardens.