France's group schedule is below, with the opponent order, local kickoff windows, venues, and preview links in one place.

France start against Senegal on June 16, 2026 at New York New Jersey Stadium (New York/New Jersey). The group closes with France vs England on July 18, 2026.

Use the fixture list as the result archive, then open a match card when you want the deeper read on one game.

France fixture list

8 matches

Round of 16 - Match 89

Paraguay vs France

July 4, 2026Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
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Venue localJuly 4, 2026, 5:00 PM, Philadelphia

Final - Paraguay 0-1 France

Fixture Details

Third Place - Match 103

France vs England

July 18, 2026Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens)
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Venue localJuly 18, 2026, 5:00 PM, Miami Gardens

Final - France 4-6 England

Fixture Details

What to watch

Matchday guide

Opening test

France vs Senegal sets the first table marker for France in Group I.

Second match

Iraq vs France is the quick adjustment point before the group closes.

Group closer

France vs England arrives on July 18, 2026, when simultaneous-group pressure can change the route.

FAQ

When is France's first World Cup 2026 match?

France's first World Cup 2026 match is France vs Senegal on June 16, 2026 at 3:00 PM local.

Who does France play in the group stage?

France play Senegal, Iraq, Norway, Sweden, Paraguay, Morocco, Spain, England in Group I.

Where can I see France match previews?

Open the fixture cards on this page when a match preview is available, or use the full matches page for the complete 104-match schedule.