Countdown in Ireland to the FIFA World Cup World Cup 2026
When the FIFA World Cup rolls around, Ireland backs a team with heart — often with one eye on the Republic, one on whoever we fancy in the bracket, and always on the craic in the local.
Thursday 11 June 2026
Countdown in Ireland to the FIFA World Cup World Cup 2026
Thursday 11 June 2026
Frequently asked questions
How many days until World Cup 2026?
You have 11 days until World Cup 2026 on Thursday 11 June 2026. The live countdown above updates every second, so you never lose track of the time left.
When is World Cup 2026?
World Cup 2026 is on Thursday 11 June 2026. The countdown above shows exactly how long you have left.
Do you know why World Cup 2026 is celebrated?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 tournament is the first with 48 nations, hosted in the USA, Canada and Mexico. For Ireland it is another summer of late kick-offs, packed pubs and football stories that last long after the final whistle.
How does the live countdown to World Cup 2026 work?
The timer above ticks every second and counts down to World Cup on Thursday 11 June 2026, so you always know how long is left.
Is this World Cup 2026 countdown accurate?
Yes. The countdown recalculates every second for World Cup 2026 on Thursday 11 June 2026.