The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be shown live on RTÉ, with Irish viewers set for a month of wall-to-wall football from the opening game on Thursday 11 June through to the final on Sunday 19 July.

The tournament begins with Mexico v South Africa at 8pm Irish time before a packed group stage featuring Brazil, England, Argentina, France, Portugal, Germany, Spain and the Netherlands.

Below is the full list of FIFA World Cup 2026 Irish kick-off times, including the group stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals, third-place play-off and final. All games are listed in Irish time.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage Fixtures

Thursday 11 June

• 20:00 – Mexico v South Africa
• 03:00 – South Korea v Czechia

Friday 12 June

• 20:00 – Canada v Bosnia & Herzegovina
• 02:00 – USA v Paraguay

Saturday 13 June

• 20:00 – Qatar v Switzerland
• 23:00 – Brazil v Morocco
• 02:00 – Haiti v Scotland
• 05:00 – Australia v Turkey

Sunday 14 June

• 18:00 – Germany v Curaçao
• 21:00 – Netherlands v Japan
• 00:00 – Ivory Coast v Ecuador
• 03:00 – Sweden v Tunisia

Monday 15 June

• 17:00 – Spain v Cape Verde
• 20:00 – Belgium v Egypt
• 23:00 – Saudi Arabia v Uruguay
• 02:00 – Iran v New Zealand

Tuesday 16 June

• 20:00 – France v Senegal
• 23:00 – Iraq v Norway
• 02:00 – Argentina v Algeria
• 05:00 – Austria v Jordan

Wednesday 17 June

• 18:00 – Portugal v DR Congo
• 21:00 – England v Croatia
• 00:00 – Ghana v Panama
• 03:00 – Uzbekistan v Colombia

Thursday 18 June

• 17:00 – Czechia v South Africa
• 20:00 – Switzerland v Bosnia & Herzegovina
• 23:00 – Canada v Qatar
• 02:00 – Mexico v South Korea

Friday 19 June

• 20:00 – USA v Australia
• 23:00 – Scotland v Morocco
• 01:30 – Brazil v Haiti
• 04:00 – Turkey v Paraguay

Saturday 20 June

• 18:00 – Netherlands v Sweden
• 21:00 – Germany v Ivory Coast
• 01:00 – Ecuador v Curaçao
• 05:00 – Tunisia v Japan

Sunday 21 June

• 17:00 – Spain v Saudi Arabia
• 20:00 – Belgium v Iran
• 23:00 – Uruguay v Cape Verde
• 02:00 – New Zealand v Egypt

Monday 22 June

• 18:00 – Argentina v Austria
• 22:00 – France v Iraq
• 01:00 – Norway v Senegal
• 04:00 – Jordan v Algeria

Tuesday 23 June

• 18:00 – Portugal v Uzbekistan
• 21:00 – England v Ghana
• 00:00 – Panama v Croatia
• 03:00 – Colombia v DR Congo

Wednesday 24 June

• 20:00 – Bosnia & Herzegovina v Qatar
• 20:00 – Switzerland v Canada
• 23:00 – Morocco v Haiti
• 23:00 – Scotland v Brazil
• 02:00 – Czechia v Mexico
• 02:00 – South Africa v South Korea

Thursday 25 June

• 21:00 – Curaçao v Ivory Coast
• 21:00 – Ecuador v Germany
• 00:00 – Japan v Sweden
• 00:00 – Tunisia v Netherlands
• 03:00 – Paraguay v Australia
• 03:00 – Turkey v USA

Friday 26 June

• 20:00 – Norway v France
• 20:00 – Senegal v Iraq
• 01:00 – Cape Verde v Saudi Arabia
• 01:00 – Uruguay v Spain
• 04:00 – Egypt v Iran
• 04:00 – New Zealand v Belgium

Saturday 27 June

• 22:00 – Croatia v Ghana
• 22:00 – Panama v England
• 00:30 – Colombia v Portugal
• 00:30 – DR Congo v Uzbekistan
• 03:00 – Algeria v Austria
• 03:00 – Jordan v Argentina

FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Stage

Round of 32

• Sunday 28 June – 20:00
• Monday 29 June – 18:00, 21:30, 02:00
• Tuesday 30 June – 18:00, 22:00, 02:00
• Wednesday 1 July – 17:00, 21:00, 01:00
• Thursday 2 July – 20:00, 00:00, 04:00
• Friday 3 July – 19:00, 23:00, 02:30

Round of 16

• Saturday 4 July – 18:00, 22:00
• Sunday 5 July – 21:00, 01:00
• Monday 6 July – 20:00, 01:00
• Tuesday 7 July – 17:00, 21:00

Quarter-Finals

• Thursday 9 July – 21:00
• Friday 10 July – 20:00
• Saturday 11 July – 22:00, 02:00

Semi-Finals

• Tuesday 14 July – 20:00
• Wednesday 15 July – 20:00

Third Place Play-Off

• Saturday 18 July – 22:00

FIFA World Cup 2026 Final

All Games Live on RTÉ

Irish football fans will be able to follow every match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 live on RTÉ, from the opening fixture through to the final. The expanded format means more games, more late-night drama and a packed schedule across June and July.

With matches involving England, Brazil, Argentina, France, Portugal, Germany and Spain all listed at favourable evening times during the group stage, the tournament should deliver huge interest for Irish viewers.

SportsNewsIreland.com will continue to provide World Cup 2026 updates, TV details, fixtures, results and reaction throughout the tournament.

Bangladesh roared with the ball on Thursday morning, handing Australia a historic humiliation in the second ODI of the three-match series at the Shere Bangla National Stadium in Dhaka. Opting to bat first, Australia endured their worst start in ODI history, slumping to 0/3 within the first two overs. The carnage began with Taskin Ahmed, who cleaned up Matthew Short off the fourth delivery of the match. In the following over, pacer Mustafizur Rahman struck twice, dismissing Cooper Connolly and Matt Renshaw for ducks.

With no runs on the board, it marked Australia’s lowest score for the loss of three wickets in ODI history since 1971. Overall, this was only the fourth instance of a team slipping to 0/3 in men’s ODI cricket.

Bangladesh, which won the first game by 86 runs on the DLS Method, is targeting a maiden ODI series win over Australia. The Australian squad is under pressure and under strength, missing frontline pace bowlers Pat Cummins, Josh Hazelwood and Mitchell Starc.

Pacer Riley Meredith, who played his only previous ODI against the West Indies in 2021, replaced Liam Scott in the only change to Australia’s XI from the first game.

“We will bat first. We can improve all three facets of the game, small margins, but we’re looking to improve. Riley Meredith replaces Liam Scott. Just a bit more pace for us,” said Australia skipper Josh Inglis at the toss.

Opening batter Saif Hassan made way for Soumya Sarkar as Bangladesh also made only one change.

“It was an excellent first match and a great opportunity today (to win the series). We need more partnerships with the bat, the bowlers are doing well, and we need to build momentum. One change: Soumya Sarkar replaces Saif Hassan,. It’s unfortunate for Saif, but Soumya is batting well in the last few matches and has the experience,” said Bangladesh skipper Mehidy Hasan Miraz.

(With Agency inputs)

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived in the United States, along with two other countries, which means watch parties are being organized.

World Cup Watch parties will begin Thursday, June 11 – when Mexico hosts South Africa – with several bars and restaurants showing the games for patrons to enjoy. And then the excitement continues on Friday, June 12, when the United States plays Paraguay.

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The Elmont Swim Club is one of the venues that will be having a unique watch party – in the water on Friday evening.

“We’re excited to bring fans together for a World Cup experience that feels completely different from a traditional watch party,” said Philip Pedregon, Beverage Director at The Elmont. “This is what the Elmont Swim Club is all about – creating a fun, energetic atmosphere where people can cool off, enjoy great company and celebrate big moments together.”

The Tin Man, a local bar franchise, will unveil limited-edition pint glasses for Mexico and the USA on Thursday and Friday.

Here is a roundup of places to enjoy the World Cup games in El Paso.

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Watch the World Cup 2026 at the Dome Bar

The Dome Bar inside the Paso del Norte Hotel in Downtown El Paso invites World Cup fans to come out and pair your favorite games with cocktails at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 11; 7 p.m. Friday, June 12; and 1 p.m. Friday, June 19.

Sunú plans opening on Thursday, June 11 for World Cup

Sunú, a new Mexican restaurant, will hold its grand opening at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 11, just in time for World Cup 2026 watching.

The restaurant at 610 N. Mesa St. has several TVs on its walls for watching the game.

Hooters across Texas to show World Cup games

Hooters locations in Texas could be home base for watching the matches this summer, offering food and drink deals every day of the week.

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Enjoy several summer offers including ½ pound of steamed shrimp ($9.99), one pound of snow crab legs ($19.99), 10 buffalo shrimp served with fries ($9.99), 10 boneless wings served with fries ($9.99), 22-ounce Michelob Ultra Big Daddy drafts in a collectable cup ($5.99), 22-ounce Modelo Big Daddy Mugs ($6.99) and Corona bottles ($5).

Elmont Swim Club to have first night viewing party

The Elmont Swim Club will kick off World Cup season with its first-ever Night Swim Viewing Party on Friday, June 12 at 240 W. Castellano Drive.

Guests are invited to watch the match live from the pool and enjoy a one-of-a-kind summer viewing experience featuring discounted Swim Club admission beginning at 5 p.m. The Swim Club will remain open until 10 p.m. for the special event.

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The evening will include special promotions and tastings from Michelob Ultra, Stella Artois and NÜTRL, along with games, contests, prizes and giveaways throughout the night.

To help build the atmosphere ahead of kickoff, Suavecita FM will broadcast live on-site from 5 to 7 p.m. The U.S. vs. Paraguay match will be shown live from 7 to 10 p.m., giving fans a chance to swim, cheer and celebrate alongside fellow supporters.

The Night Swim Viewing Party is the first of several World Cup watch parties planned at The Elmont.

For more information about The Elmont Swim Club, admission, season passes and upcoming events, visit theelmont.com.

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Tin Man to offer limited-edition Mexico pint glass

All Tin Man locations will offer a limited-edition Mexico pint glass Thursday, June 11. Fans are invited to watch the 2026 World Cup, starting at noon.

The bar will also offer a limited-edition glass for the USA on Friday, June 12, at p.m.

Locations: 2301 N. Zaragoza Road., 1300 Airway Blvd., 1495 George Dieter Drive., 13500 Eastlake Blvd., 4935 N. Mesa St., 7729 Paseo del Norte Blvd., and 11100 Sean Haggerty Drive.

The District to offer World Cup Watch party

The District, at 1160 Airway Blvd. Suite DA, will host a World Cup 2026 watching party at 1:00 p.m. It will offer food and drink specials, including $3 Tecate and Modelo beers, $0.40 Hornitos, and a $9 grilled chicken wrap with fries.

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It will also offer a watch party for the USA team at 7 p.m. Friday, June 12, with drink specials during the game.

A Touch of Germany to have World Cup Sunday, June 14

A Touch of Germany, 1550 Hawkins Blvd, Suite 16, will host a watch party for Germany as it takes on Curaçao at 11 a.m. Sunday, June 14. Come hungry, because the restaurant will offer Leberkäse for $11.99 during the match. Information: 915-595-8888.

Plaza Hotel to offer World Cup watch party.

The Plaza Hotel Pioneer Park invites the public to watch World Cup soccer Friday, June 12 at La Perla. During the game, the rooftop bar will offer tacos and margaritas.

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United States will play Paraguay at 7 p.m. MT/8 p.m. CT.

St. Augustine Pizza Pub to host World Cup watch party

St. Augustine Pizza Pub, 1691 N. Zaragoza Road, will be showing the World Cup matches, starting at 1 p.m. Thursday, June 11. The pub will offer $2 Tecates, $5 Clamatos, and $4.50 for local beers.

More: St. Augustine Pizza Pub offers fun, pizza-making class from scratch

María Cortés González may be reached at 915-546-6150; mcortes@elpasotimes.com; @eptmaria.bsky.social on Bluesky, and @eptmariacg on TikTok.

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Former NFL running back LeSean McCoy is not a fan of Kyler Murray, reigniting his beef with the Minnesota Vikings quarterback this week by saying Murray isn’t good enough to be cocky.

McCoy has a long, documented history of ripping Murray; his recent comments were merely the latest chapter in the saga.

McCoy’s Latest Murray Criticism Adds Heat to Vikings QB Race

McCoy: Murray Isn’t Good Enough to Be Arrogant

Chatting on the Speakeasy podcast, McCoy was not shy about unloading his latest Murray take, saying, “But you know what I hate? I hate a super cocky, arrogant player that’s not that good. That’s a little above average. That is Kyler Murray.”

“He plays like high school Texas football. He runs around and back there just trying to make plays like this high school football stuff.”

McCoy last played in the NFL in 2020, is a two-time Super Bowl champion, and isn’t unafraid to uncork juicy takes on the internet.

Past Comments from McCoy

A couple of years ago, Murray mentioned his 43-0 career in high school, touting the accomplishment because he played ball in Texas. McCoy replied on social media, “lol and what has that gotten u ??? Mid NFL career??? What we talking bout?”

In 2022, McCoy went on another Murray-related rant, saying, “He’s trash. Overhyped. Overrated. He plays like a high school player. Runs around, runs backward, he does a circle, the ballerina circle, then goes left, goes right, turns all the way around again, then looks for a wide receiver. That’s not how you play quarterback.”

“He ain’t Mahomes. Let me tell you about Mahomes real quick: the majority of Mahomes’ passes are based on timing. Third step, hit, boom, ball’s out. Fifth step, boom, ball’s out. Now sometimes he goes off script, we all can do that but not every pass!”

McCoy flat-out doesn’t like the guy. He says the same thing about Murray every time he talks about him.

“Every pass, Murray is holding the ball, let’s make a miracle. Every game he’s played. Watch him play. It’s really embarrassing, to be honest. Like, who’s coaching this kid? He ain’t reading no coverages,” he continued his tirade and crusade.

“When a quarterback is running around like that all day, all night, all game, that’s because he’s not reading any coverages.”

Murray Not Universally Loved

Murray isn’t for everybody. When the Arizona Cardinals baked in a “study hall clause” into his contract — later removed — many determined he was a lazy, no-good video game player. The narrative died down thereafter but never truly vanished.

He’s also never won a playoff game, so when his ardor for video games is mentioned, the assertion is that he doesn’t love football as much as his peers and spends too much time on other hobbies. Ask a casual fan about Murray, and there’s a decent chance they mock for a) his height b) video games c) his attitude.

The guy probably needs a playoff win or two to dull the perception.

A Change of Scenery in 2026

Thankfully for Murray’s sake, he’ll get a bit of a clean slate this season. Murray will work alongside a “quarterback whispering” head coach and playmakers like Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, Jauan Jennings, T.J. Hockenson, Aaron Jones, and Jordan Mason. He’ll also have a Top 3 defense from the last two seasons at his back, led by Brian Flores.

Murray has never quite had a setup like this.

Our Cole Smith noted on Murray in May, “He was selected to back-to-back Pro Bowls in 2020 and 2021 after throwing for a combined 48 touchdowns, rushing for another 16, while completing 68.1% of his passes for 7,758 yards. Murray hasn’t been the same since, only starting 41 of 64 games in that time. But he believes Kevin O’Connell can help him return to Pro Bowl form.”

“O’Connell has confidence in Murray, but what is the quarterback’s own level of confidence in this new environment? The bigger question remains what the on-field product will look like. Reporters were able to look upon practice on Wednesday and saw a glimpse of what this offense can look like with Murray.”

Murray looked wonderful at organized team activities.

Smith added, “There could have been plenty of excuses made for why Murray didn’t execute the play. Instead, he avoided disaster and made the defense pay. Murray said his confidence is unshakeable. He displayed that on and off the field in his first action in front of reporters.”

“If he can continue stacking days like this throughout the summer, there will likely be no question about how the quarterback competition ends.”

But according to McCoy, he’s just too arrogant and cocky to make it work.

Dustin Baker is a novelist and political scientist. His second novel, The Invaders , is out now. So is … More about Dustin Baker

Suncorp Stadium will play host to Friday’s
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When: Friday June 12, 2026 at 8:00 pm

Where: Suncorp Stadium

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Dolphins vs Sydney Roosters Preview

The Dolphins have a golden opportunity to strengthen their top-four credentials when they host an Origin-depleted Sydney Roosters outfit at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night. After a difficult start to the season, the Dolphins have surged into contention with five consecutive victories, showcasing one of the most dangerous attacks in the competition. The Roosters remain well placed inside the top four themselves, but the absence of several representative stars leaves them facing a major challenge. While Sydney has dominated this matchup since the Dolphins entered the NRL, the circumstances are very different this time around. The Dolphins retain much of their attacking core and arrive full of confidence, while the Roosters will rely on inexperienced combinations across key positions. Momentum and continuity appear firmly in the hosts’ favour.

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New Zealand Warriors vs Cronulla Sharks Preview

A blockbuster Saturday afternoon clash awaits in Auckland as the Warriors return home to face a Cronulla side chasing a fourth straight win. The Warriors have established themselves among the competition’s elite this season and return to Go Media Stadium for the first time in two months. Cronulla has quietly rebuilt momentum after a mid-season dip, stringing together three successive victories to move firmly into finals contention. Both teams are missing key forwards through Origin and injury, placing extra importance on the battle between the halves and outside backs. The Sharks have enjoyed recent success in Auckland and handed the Warriors a convincing defeat earlier this season, but the hosts have improved dramatically since then. With both clubs sitting comfortably inside the top eight, this shapes as one of the matches of the round.

Expecting big things from outside linebacker Dallas Turner in 2026? How about second-year wideout Tai Felton? Neither of those men is the most logical breakout candidate for the 2026 Minnesota Vikings — because that distinction belongs to left tackle Christian Darrisaw, says CBS Sports.

It’s a bizarre selection for a breakout player, as Darrisaw broke out five years ago.

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CBS Sports: Vikings Breakout Player = Christian Darrisaw

Zachary Pereles nominated a breakout player for each NFC team this week, landing on Darrisaw for Minnesota: “If you ask Vikings fans, they’d probably say it’s past time for Christian Darrisaw to become a star. The left tackle showcases elite talent when he’s on the field. The issue is he hasn’t been on the field enough: zero full seasons.”

“He has played in just 17 games total the past two seasons after signing a four-year, $113 million extension in July 2024. He then tore his ACL and MCL in October and struggled with knee issues for seemingly all of 2025.”

Pereles is correct with his first sentence. Minnesotans are not looking for Darrisaw to achieve stardom. They want him to be healthy.

“He’s an absolute road grader in the run game; since Darrisaw arrived in 2021, the Vikings have a 46% rushing success rate with him on the field and a 41% rushing success rate without him,” Pereles added.

“In 2025, that would have been the difference between the NFL’s 17th-best rushing attack and its 31st-best rushing attack.”

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Pereles is right about one thing — Vikings fans considering Darrisaw a stud. From their perspective, he broke out sometime in mid-2021 as a rookie.

In fact, during the dark years of 2021 and 2023, Darrisaw was a bright spot, a player fans could tout as, “At least we have Darrisaw.” That crowd spends more time wondering why Darrisaw has never reached a Pro Bowl, despite a Pro Bowl resume, than labeling him as a breakout candidate.

Most would’ve picked the aforementioned Turner for the “breakout” candidacy, as outside linebacker Jonathan Greenard was traded in late April. It’s finally time for Turner to start after the Vikings traded the farm to get him in 2024.

But nope — CBS Sports says Darrisaw could be on the cusp of something big in 2026.

Career Resume for Darrisaw

Darrisaw’s track record is clear: when healthy, he is one of the best left tackles in football.

Since 2021, the Vikings have witnessed his prowess over 3,440 total snaps — 2,216 in pass-blocking and 1,224 in run-blocking. His performance has been exceptional, highlighted by an overall grade of 90.4 in 2022, followed by 82.4 in 2023 and 81.4 in 2024. PFF ranked him seventh among all offensive tackles after the 2023 season, noting his career-best 85.3 pass-blocking grade, which was third in the NFL.

The 2023 season is particularly significant, as Darrisaw maintained his elite blindside protection despite Minnesota cycling through four quarterbacks: Kirk Cousins, Joshua Dobbs, Nick Mullens, and Jaren Hall.

His run-blocking grades have been consistently strong: 90.6 in 2022, 73.9 in 2023, 82.3 in 2024, and 69.8 in 2025. His pass-blocking grades show even greater consistency: 82.4, 85.3, 79.9, and 71.3 from 2022 to 2025.

PFF recognized his potential early, ranking him among rookie left tackles with the lowest pressure rates since 2010 after his first season.

The primary concern, of course, revolves around his recent availability. Darrisaw has played in 58 games and started 56 over five years. His talent undeniably qualifies him as a franchise left tackle; the Vikings simply need him to complete a full season.

Actual Breakout Candidates?

If one classifies Darrisaw’s breakout label as bogus, here’s the real list of possible Vikings contenders in 2026:

• Tai Felton (WR)
• Jordan Mason (RB)
• Myles Price (WR)
• Bo Richter (OLB)
• Dallas Turner (OLB)
• Jay Ward (S)

Rookies, too — the Vikings have about 30 on the roster right now — could break out, but no one considers a rookie shining for the first time all that remarkable. It happens.

Darrisaw said last week that his knee feels its best in two years, notable because he tore his ACL in October 2024. Mankato Free Press‘s Abbie Parr noted, “Darrisaw, who’s entering his sixth season with the Vikings after being drafted in the first round in 2021, wore a leg sleeve but no knee brace during Thursday’s organized team activities practice.”

“He participated in everything from O-line drills to 7-on-7 work. Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell said the team had planned on Darrisaw being available in this part of the NFL calendar and that he’s been participating ‘pretty much in totality.’”

He turned 27 last week.

Dustin Baker is a novelist and political scientist. His second novel, The Invaders , is out now. So is … More about Dustin Baker

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