2026 World Cup Schedule in South Africa Time (SAST)

All 2026 FIFA World Cup kickoff times below are automatically displayed in South Africa Time (SAST, UTC+2). Use the selector to switch to your local time zone.

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2026 FIFA World Cup

When Are the Key Matches in South Africa Time?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, hosted across 16 cities in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. For viewers in South Africa, most group stage matches kick off at various times throughout the day and night — use the schedule above for exact SAST times.

  • Group Stage: June 11 – June 27
  • Round of 32: June 28 – July 3
  • Round of 16: July 4 – July 7
  • Quarter-finals: July 9 – July 11
  • Semi-finals: July 14 – July 15
  • Final: July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey

What Time Is the World Cup Final in South Africa Time?

The 2026 World Cup Final takes place on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:00 PM ET, which means viewers in South Africa can watch at evening SAST — prime time viewing.

Where to Watch the World Cup in South Africa

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is broadcast live on SABC (free-to-air) and SuperSport.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time do World Cup matches kick off in South Africa Time?

Group stage matches are spread across multiple time slots. Our schedule above shows the exact SAST time for every single match — scroll to see them all.

Does daylight saving affect the schedule?

Our schedule auto-adjusts for daylight saving. The times shown are always correct for your selected timezone.

How do I convert World Cup times to South Africa Time?

Most venues are in ET (UTC-4) or CT (UTC-5). Simply use our schedule above — we convert everything automatically. No manual timezone math needed.