World Cup 2026: Round of 16 kick-off times in the UAE
Your guide to every Round of 16 fixture and when to watch them in UAE time
It may be hard to believe, but the World Cup moves into the Round of 16 this weekend on Saturday, July 4, 2026. After an action-packed Round of 32, just 16 teams remain in contention for football’s biggest prize.
From early kick-offs to late-night clashes, we’ve rounded up the full schedule below, converted into UAE time so you can plan your viewing over the coming days.
With matches spread across early mornings, late nights, and everything in between, the Round of 16 is officially a test of both stamina and fandom.
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Here’s your guide to Round of 16 kick-off times in the UAE
England are in the Round of 16! Above, Harry Kane of England celebrates with Jude Bellingham during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 match between England and Congo DR at Atlanta Stadium on July 1, 2026.
Saturday, July 4, 2026
(90) Canada vs Morocco: 9pm
Sunday, July 5, 2026
(89) Paraguay vs France: 1am
Monday, July 6, 2026
(91) Brazil vs Norway: 12am
(92) Mexico vs England: 4am
(93) Portugal vs Spain: 11pm
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
(94) USA vs Belgium: 4am
(95) Winner Match 86 vs Winner Match 88: 8pm (TBC)
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
(96) Winner Match 85 vs Winner Match 87: 12am (TBC)
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QUARTER FINALS
Friday, July 10, 2026
(97) Winner Match 89 vs Winner Match 90: 12am
(98) Winner Match 93 vs Winner Match 94: 11pm
Sunday, July 12, 2026
(99) Winner Match 91 vs Winner Match 92: 1am
(100) Winner Match 95 vs Winner Match 96: 5am
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SEMIFINALS
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
(101) Winner Match 97 vs Winner Match 98: 11pm
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
(102) Winner Match 99 vs Winner Match 100: 11pm
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3RD PLACE
Sunday, July 19, 2026
(103) Loser Match 101 vs Loser Match 102: 1am
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FINALS
Sunday, July 19, 2026
(104) Winner Match 101 vs Winner Match 102: 11pm
Stay tuned to whatson.ae for full World Cup 2026 coverage, including updated fixtures, results, and everything you need to keep track of the tournament as it unfolds.
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