⚽ FIFA World Cup 2026 — Full Schedule in Nepal Time (NPT) & Where to Watch
All matches converted to Nepal Standard Time · Himalaya Sports TV · DGO App · June 11 – July 19, 2026
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🇳🇵 NPT Converted
48 Teams · 104 Matches
USA / Canada / Mexico
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Jun 12
Opening match (NPT)
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Jun 29
Round of 32 begins
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Jul 15–16
Semifinals (NPT)
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Jul 20
Final (NPT)
📺 Where to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in Nepal
FIFA World Cup 2026 broadcasting rights for Nepal are held exclusively by Spro Media. Foreign channels and streaming services (ESPN, Peacock, FIFA+) are officially blocked from broadcasting in Nepal. Here are your legal options:
Himalaya Sports TV
📺 Cable / Satellite TV
Free with cable
Official broadcaster for all 104 World Cup matches in Nepal
- All 104 matches live
- Available on most cable operators
- Nepali commentary available
- No extra subscription needed
DGO App
📱 OTT Streaming (Mobile/Smart TV)
From Rs. 799
Official digital streaming platform for World Cup 2026 in Nepal
- Stream on phone, tablet, smart TV
- Watch on the go
- All 104 matches included
- HD quality available
⚠️ Foreign streaming blocked: Under FIFA’s exclusive broadcasting agreement, services like Peacock, ESPN+, and FIFA+ cannot legally stream World Cup matches in Nepal. Attempting to use VPNs to access them is against the terms of service of those platforms.
💡 Best setup for watching at home: Get a good internet connection for DGO App streaming. Worldlink 50 Mbps at Rs. 1,499/month handles HD streaming on multiple devices without buffering. Pair it with a good LED TV for the best experience.
🕐 Understanding World Cup Match Times in Nepal (NPT)
Nepal Standard Time (NPT) is UTC+5:45 — a unique 45-minute offset. Here’s how to convert from the official match times:
| Host City | Official Local Time | Nepal Time (NPT) | Day Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 New York / Eastern US | 8:00 PM ET | 5:45 AM NPT | Next morning |
| 🇺🇸 Dallas / Central US | 7:00 PM CT | 5:45 AM NPT | Next morning |
| 🇺🇸 LA / Pacific US | 5:00 PM PT | 5:45 AM NPT | Next morning |
| 🇺🇸 Late kickoff (Eastern) | 10:00 PM ET | 7:45 AM NPT | Next morning |
| 🇨🇦 Toronto | 8:00 PM ET | 5:45 AM NPT | Next morning |
| 🇲🇽 Mexico City | 7:00 PM CT | 5:45 AM NPT | Next morning |
| 🇺🇸 Early kickoff | 12:00 PM ET | 9:45 PM NPT | Same night |
Most matches will be late night to early morning in Nepal (12:45 AM – 7:45 AM NPT). The early afternoon US matches (around 12–3 PM ET) fall in the more convenient 9:45 PM – 12:45 AM NPT window for Nepal viewers.
🗓️ Key Matches Schedule — Nepal Time (NPT)
Selected high-interest matches. All times in Nepal Standard Time (NPT = UTC+5:45).
| Date (NPT) | Time (NPT) | Match | Stage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2026 | 12:45 AM | 🇲🇽 Mexico vs South Africa 🇿🇦 | Group A |
| Jun 13, 2026 | 12:45 AM | 🇺🇸 USA vs Croatia 🇭🇷 | Group B |
| Jun 13, 2026 | 5:45 AM | 🇧🇷 Brazil vs Morocco 🇲🇦 | Group C |
| Jun 14, 2026 | 12:45 AM | 🇦🇷 Argentina vs Algeria 🇩🇿 | Group D |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 5:45 AM | 🏴 England vs Croatia 🇭🇷 | Group |
| Jun 28, 2026 | 5:45 AM | 🇺🇾 Uruguay vs Spain 🇪🇸 | Group |
| Jun 29, 2026 | Various | Round of 32 begins | Knockout |
| Jul 5–8, 2026 | Various | Round of 16 | Knockout |
| Jul 10–12, 2026 | Various | Quarter-finals | QF |
| Jul 15–16, 2026 | 5:45 AM | Semi-finals | SF |
| Jul 19, 2026 | 5:45 AM | 3rd Place Match | 3rd |
| Jul 20, 2026 | 5:45 AM | ⭐ FINAL — MetLife Stadium | FINAL |
Times are approximate NPT conversions. Exact times vary by match slot and host city. Full official schedule at fifa.com.
🏟️ About FIFA World Cup 2026 — New Format
The 2026 World Cup is the first ever with 48 teams (expanded from 32). Here’s what that means:
| Format Detail | 2022 Qatar | 2026 USA/Canada/Mexico |
|---|---|---|
| Teams | 32 | 48 |
| Matches | 64 | 104 |
| Groups | 8 groups of 4 | 12 groups of 4 |
| First knockout round | Round of 16 | Round of 32 (new) |
| Host countries | 1 (Qatar) | 3 (USA, Canada, Mexico) |
| Stadium cities | 8 | 16 |
| Tournament days | 29 | 39 |
Why more matches matter for Nepal viewers: With 104 matches over 39 days, there’s almost always a match on. Top teams like Argentina, Brazil, France, and England all play at least 3 group stage matches — giving fans more chances to catch their favourite teams at reasonable Nepal times.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which channel shows FIFA World Cup 2026 in Nepal? ▾
FIFA World Cup 2026 is officially broadcast in Nepal on Himalaya Sports TV. Digital streaming is available via the DGO App. Both are licensed by Spro Media, the official rights holder for Nepal. Foreign channels are not permitted to broadcast in Nepal under the exclusive agreement.
What time does World Cup start in Nepal time? ▾
Most matches fall between 12:45 AM and 7:45 AM NPT. Early afternoon US matches fall around 9:45 PM – 12:45 AM NPT — the most convenient window for Nepal viewers. The tournament runs June 11 – July 19, 2026 (June 12 – July 20 in Nepal time).
How much does the DGO App World Cup subscription cost? ▾
DGO App World Cup packages start from around Rs. 799. Full tournament packages covering all 104 matches are available at higher price tiers. Check the DGO App directly for current package options and pricing as they may change during the tournament.
How many teams are in FIFA World Cup 2026? ▾
FIFA World Cup 2026 features 48 teams — expanded from 32. They are divided into 12 groups of 4, with the top 2 from each group plus the 8 best third-place teams advancing to a new Round of 32 knockout stage.
Where is the FIFA World Cup 2026 final? ▾
The final is at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey, USA on July 19, 2026 (July 20 in Nepal time, approximately 5:45 AM NPT).