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World Cup 2026 Kickoff Times in the UK (BST)

By · Editor, Time Zone Link5 min read

When does each 2026 World Cup match kick off in UK time? Standard slots converted from US/Mexico/Canada host zones to British Summer Time (BST = UTC+1).

Quick answer: The UK is on BST (UTC+1) throughout the tournament. Late-evening US kickoffs land early-morning UK; lunchtime US kickoffs are perfect British evening viewing.

UK kickoff times for standard slots

  • 12:00 Mexico City (UTC−6) → 19:00 BST
  • 15:00 Mexico City → 22:00 BST
  • 18:00 Mexico City → 01:00 BST (next day)
  • 21:00 Mexico City → 04:00 BST (next day)
  • 12:00 New York/Toronto (EDT) → 17:00 BST
  • 15:00 New York → 20:00 BST
  • 21:00 Los Angeles (PDT) → 05:00 BST (next day)
  • Final 15:00 EDT, New Jersey → 20:00 BST, 19 July 2026

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Frequently asked

What time is the World Cup 2026 final in the UK?
20:00 BST on Sunday 19 July 2026 — kickoff 15:00 EDT at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey.
Will UK fans have to stay up late?
Some matches yes — Mexico and US Pacific late slots land 01:00–05:00 BST. Eastern US lunchtime slots are 17:00–20:00 BST, perfect for UK evenings.

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