World Cup 2026 fixtures: England to kick off in Dallas in UK primetime
England will kick off their campaign against Croatia in Dallas at 9pm UK time on Wednesday 17 June, while Scotland's opener is at 2am UK time on 14 June
www.theguardian.comHere are the latest England World Cup fixtures you’ll want to know about:
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England’s group stage opponents are Croatia, Ghana, and Panama. The order and venues are confirmed, with dates in June 2026; kickoff times and exact stadiums were set to be announced for UK primetime viewing and local times. This group arrangement positions England to open the tournament against Croatia before moving on to Ghana and Panama.[2][3]
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England open their campaign in Dallas, Texas, in the UK primetime slot, with the June 17 kickoff against Croatia. The choice of Dallas for the opener aligns with the tournament’s host city allocations and the desire for favorable travel logistics ahead of the rest of the group games.[3][2]
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Full fixture details (dates, venues, and kick-off times) for the group stage and potential knockout opponents were scheduled for official confirmation at a designated time after the draw, with subsequent rounds depending on group results.[2]
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