Watch the World Cup 2026 in Aberdeen at Prince of Wales
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming, running from Thursday 11th June to Sunday 19th July. The biggest international football competition on the planet, and our boys are back in it for the first time since France ‘98. While the Tartan Army do us proud, there’s no better place to watch the football than at Prince of Wales. You can expect a great atmosphere, big screens, cold pints and a warm Scottish welcome. Plus, a good result or two, hopefully.
Gather your team and come and watch the world’s game in the nation’s pub at Prince of Wales.
Home Nations Fixtures for the World Cup 2026
The World Cup 2026: everything you need to know
After a 28-year wait, the time has finally come to show your support for Scotland with us at Prince of Wales. The World Cup 2026 tournament expands to 48 teams for the first time. And at our pub showing football, that means more matches, drama and moments to share. At a pub full of fellow fans.
Brazil leads the roll of honour with five titles, and Argentina are the current holders. But Scotland will be bringing the party and hoping to cause an upset or two. It’s what makes the World Cup the greatest football tournament. National pride is on the line, careers are defined and legends are made. Every game matters. A goal can change everything. It’s football at its most thrilling, and it’s all coming to Aberdeen.
Stay tuned for more information!
When is the world cup 2026?
The opening match is set for Thursday 11th June at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, while the final will be played on Sunday 19th July in the New York New Jersey Stadium. A full line-up of great matches is in store for you to join us in your Scotland kits, scarves and face paints.
THE WORLD CUP SCHEDULE
Opening match: 11/06/2026Group stage: 11/06/2026 - 27/06/2026
Round of 32: 28/06/2026 - 03/07/2026
Round of 16: 04/07/2026 - 07/07/2026
Quarter-finals: 09/07/2026 - 11/07/2026
Semi-finals: 14/07/2026 - 15/06/2026
Third place play-off: 18/07/2026
Final: 19/07/2026
Where is the world cup 2026?
For the first time in the tournament’s history, the World Cup will be hosted across three nations: the United States, Canada and Mexico.2026 host cities
Canada
Toronto – Toronto StadiumVancouver – BC Place Vancouver
Mexico
Guadalajara – Estadio GuadalajaraMexico City – Estadio Azteca Mexico City
Monterrey – Estadio Monterrey
USA
Atlanta – Atlanta StadiumBoston – Boston Stadium
Dallas – Dallas Stadium
Houston – Houston Stadium
Kansas City – Kansas City Stadium
Los Angeles – Los Angeles Stadium
Miami – Miami Stadium
New York – New York New Jersey Stadium
Philadelphia – Philadelphia Stadium
San Francisco – San Francisco Bay Area Stadium
Seattle – Seattle Stadium
Which teams qualified for the World Cup 2026?
The home nations, Canada, Mexico and the USA automatically qualified. 45 other nations will be joining them, including current holders Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Spain, Japan, Australia and the Tartan Army!
Why watch the World Cup 2026 at Prince of Wales?
There’s something about watching football in a pub that no living room can replicate. The roar when a goal goes in, the collective groan at a near miss, the buzz of a penalty shootout. At Prince of Wales, we have big screens, great sound and a welcoming atmosphere. Whether it’s a group stage thriller or a knockout night match, booking front row seats with us is just the ticket.
No match is complete without something good to eat and drink. Our food menu has everything from hearty pub classics to a half-time burger and a pint of Belhaven Best – Scotland’s No.1 ale. We also have many more amenities that will keep the atmosphere going long after the final whistle. Visit our events page and find out what else is on here at Prince of Wales.
Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 at Prince of Wales
48 nations. 104 matches. 39 days of the best international football in the world. At Prince of Wales, every match is an occasion.We're so excited for the World Cup 2026!
Book a table for the biggest matches and get behind Scotland.