The 2026 FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, with matches spread across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Fans in the UAE can follow every game through beIN SPORTS, the official rights holder for the region.
Tournament timeline and key matches
Quarter‑final action kicks off on Friday, July 10. Match 97 pits France against Morocco at midnight in Foxborough, USA, while Match 98 sees Spain meet Belgium at 11 p.m. in Los Angeles, USA. Two days later, on Sunday, July 12, Norway takes on England at 1 a.m. in Miami, USA, and Argentina faces Switzerland at 5 a.m. in Kansas City, USA.
The semi‑finals follow a week later. On Tuesday, July 14, the winners of Match 97 and Match 98 clash at 11 p.m. in Arlington, USA (Match 101). The next day, Wednesday, July 15, the winners of Match 99 and Match 100 meet at 11 p.m. in Atlanta, USA (Match 102). The tournament concludes with the third‑place playoff on Sunday, July 19, at 1 a.m. in Miami, USA (Match 103), and the final later that night at 11 p.m. in New Jersey, USA (Match 104).
All kick‑off times are listed in local US time zones, so UAE viewers will need to adjust for the time difference. The schedule provides a clear roadmap for fans who want to catch every moment, from the early quarter‑finals through the climactic final.
How to watch in the UAE
beIN SPORTS holds the official broadcast rights for the FIFA World Cup in the UAE and the wider Middle East and North Africa region. The network is the only place to watch every match live, offering coverage in both Arabic and English.
beIN SPORTS delivers extensive match coverage, pre‑match analysis and post‑match highlights, ensuring that viewers in the UAE have a single, reliable source for all tournament action. The channel’s dual‑language feed lets fans choose the commentary that best suits their preference.
Frequently asked questions
What are the 2026 World Cup quarter-finals dates?
The quarter‑finals start on July 10, with France vs Morocco at midnight in Foxborough and Spain vs Belgium at 11 p.m. in Los Angeles (local US times).
How can I watch the 2026 World Cup in the UAE?
beIN SPORTS holds the exclusive broadcast rights for the 2026 World Cup in the UAE, offering live coverage in both Arabic and English.
What time is the 2026 World Cup final?
The final is scheduled for July 19 at 11 p.m. local time in New Jersey, USA; UAE viewers must add the time‑zone difference to determine their local kickoff.
When does the 2026 World Cup start and end?
The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, spanning venues across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Which channel broadcasts the 2026 World Cup in the UAE?
beIN SPORTS is the sole broadcaster for the 2026 World Cup in the UAE, providing live matches, pre‑match analysis and post‑match highlights.
