The wait for the 2026 World Cup is almost over — and England fans can start planning after the Three Lions were handed favourable kick-off times, according to reports.
With the tournament fast approaching, BBC Sport has released its official World Cup 2026 wallchart, allowing supporters to study the fixtures, consider permutations and track results as the action unfolds. The wallchart, described as an “essential piece of kit”, is available to download now.
“England have been given favourable World Cup 2026 kick-off times, with the official wallchart now available to download.”
England’s favourable scheduling — as outlined by the Standard — means the team will benefit from convenient match timings during the group stage, though full fixture details are yet to be published. The draw and complete schedule are expected to be confirmed in the coming weeks.
The 2026 World Cup will be the first to feature 48 teams, with hosts USA, Canada and Mexico co-hosting the tournament. England, under manager Thomas Tuchel, will be aiming to go one step further after their quarter-final exit in 2022.
For now, fans can prepare by downloading the wallchart and marking out the key dates — with the tournament set to get under way in June 2026.