Nigeria — World Cup 2026
Fixtures, kickoff times in your timezone, results and how to watch.
Nigeria at the World Cup 2026 — key facts
- Group
- Group A
- Group rivals
- Mexico, Croatia, Saudi Arabia
- Group matches
- 3
- First match
- vs Saudi Arabia, Thursday, June 11, 2026
Nigeria fixtures
Group A standings
Group A
Standings| # | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Croatia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Mexico | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Nigeria | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Saudi Arabia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Nigeria at the World Cup 2026 — FAQ
Which group is Nigeria in at the World Cup 2026?
Nigeria is in Group A, alongside Mexico, Croatia, Saudi Arabia.
When is Nigeria's first World Cup 2026 match?
Nigeria begin their campaign against Saudi Arabia on 11 June 2026 (kickoff 9:00 PM UTC, shown in your local time on this page).
How many matches does Nigeria play at the World Cup 2026?
Nigeria play three group-stage matches. Finishing in the top two of Group A — or as one of the eight best third-placed teams — earns a place in the round of 32 and further knockout fixtures.
How can I watch Nigeria at the World Cup 2026?
Nigeria's matches are carried by broadcasters that vary by country, with streaming options such as Fubo and Peacock. A VPN can help you reach your usual service if a stream is geo-blocked while travelling.
Watch from anywhere
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