Toronto Unveils Full FIFA World Cup 2026™ Match Schedule, Including Canada’s Historic Home Opener
Six matches confirmed for Toronto Stadium as Final Draw sets the stage for a landmark year in Canadian soccer
Toronto will take centre stage on the world’s biggest soccer platform in 2026, as the City of Toronto releases its full FIFA World Cup 2026™ match schedule following yesterday’s Final Draw. The schedule—now live on FIFA.com—marks a critical milestone in the lead-up to the first 104-match World Cup ever staged and the first men’s FIFA World Cup™ hosted on Canadian soil.
The City confirmed Saturday that Toronto Stadium at Exhibition Place will host six matches, beginning with a historic moment: Canada’s Men’s National Team will open its home-soil World Cup campaign on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET, facing the winner of European Playoff A (Italy, Northern Ireland, Wales or Bosnia and Herzegovina). This will be the first time Canada’s men compete in a FIFA World Cup™ match on Canadian turf.
The announcement follows the global release of the full tournament schedule, which prioritizes reduced travel demands for teams and fans while maximizing rest days and optimizing match-day conditions across the 16 Host Cities in Canada, the United States, and Mexico.
Toronto’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Match Schedule
Group Stage – Toronto Stadium
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Match 3 – Friday, June 12 at 3 p.m. ET
Canada vs. European Playoff A winner (Bosnia and Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales) -
Match 21 – Wednesday, June 17 at 7 p.m. ET
Ghana vs. Panama -
Match 33 – Saturday, June 20 at 4 p.m. ET
Germany vs. Côte d’Ivoire -
Match 46 – Tuesday, June 23 at 7 p.m. ET
Panama vs. Croatia -
Match 62 – Friday, June 26 at 3 p.m. ET
Senegal vs. Winner of FIFA Playoff 2 (Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname)
Knockout Stage
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Match 83 – Thursday, July 2 at 7 p.m. ET
Round of 32: Group K runners-up vs. Group L runners-up
Full details are available at: www.FIFA.com
The biggest stage is set. 💙💚⚽️#WeAre26 #WeAreToronto pic.twitter.com/VNWaBxlg2c
— FIFA World Cup 26 Toronto (@FWC26Toronto) December 6, 2025
A Boost for Toronto’s Economy and Global Profile
According to a Deloitte Canada economic impact assessment, FIFA World Cup 2026™ events could generate up to $940 million in economic output for the Greater Toronto Area. That includes:
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$520 million in GDP growth
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$340 million in labour income
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$25 million in government revenue
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More than 6,600 jobs created between 2023–2026
This makes the World Cup one of the most significant international events Toronto has ever hosted.
The City also announced that Canadian soccer legend Dwayne De Rosario will serve as an official Host City Ambassador, representing Toronto’s diverse and passionate soccer community in the lead-up to 2026.
Next Ticket Window Opens December 11
Fans will soon have another opportunity to secure seats.
The Random Selection Draw ticket phase begins Thursday, December 11 and runs until Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at FIFA.com/tickets.
Nearly two million tickets have already been purchased across previous sales rounds.
What Leaders Are Saying
Mayor Olivia Chow underscored Toronto’s multicultural identity and Canada’s historic moment:
“Every match may feel like a home game because fans from all the participating countries live here in the city. We look forward to the world experiencing just how amazing Toronto is.”
Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport) and Canada’s FIFA Sherpa, emphasized the national significance:
“As excitement builds from coast to coast to coast, we see this as more than a tournament. It is an opportunity to strengthen our national fabric and deepen international ties.”
Ontario Minister of Sport Neil Lumsden added:
“This once-in-a-generation hosting opportunity will inspire the next generation of athletes and bring significant economic benefit to our communities.”
Toronto’s World Cup preparations continue to intensify as 2026 approaches, with major infrastructure, security, transportation, and fan-experience plans underway. Fans can follow updates at torontofwc26.ca.
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