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World Cup 2026 fixtures: England to kick off under roof in Dallas during UK primetime

December 6, 2025

England's World Cup 2026 campaign will begin against Croatia on June 17 at the Dallas Cowboys' stadium, with the match scheduled for 9pm UK time. The stadium features a retractable roof that will be closed during the game, mitigating the heat from the afternoon kickoff. England's second match will be against Ghana on June 23 in Foxborough, Massachusetts.

World Cup 2026 fixtures: England to kick off under roof in Dallas during UK primetime

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England's first match is against Croatia on June 17, 2026.
The match will take place at the Dallas Cowboys' stadium at 9pm UK time.
The stadium has a retractable roof that will be closed for the opener.
England's second match is scheduled against Ghana on June 23, 2026.
Scotland's opener against Haiti is set for 2am UK time.

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World Cup 2026 fixtures: England to kick off under roof in Dallas during UK primetime

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World Cup 2026 fixtures: England to kick off under roof in Dallas during UK primetime

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