JUNE 12 - JULY 23, 2026

THE SUMMER WORD CUP™ 2026 Summer Reading Experience uses the FIFA World Cup games in Philadelphia as a unique platform to inspire and kick-off summer reading, and keep kids reading and engaged for nearly 40 summer days.

Official SUMMER WORD CUP™ Reading Kick-Off:
Friday, June 12, 2026
Where: summerwordcup.com

There are 5 Group Stage Games that will be played “Philadelphia Stadium” (better known as Lincoln Financial Field):

Sunday, June 14: Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador
Friday, June 19: Brazil vs. Haiti
Monday, June 22: France vs. Playoff 1 Winner (Iraq/Bolivia/Suriname)
Thursday, June 25: Curaçao vs. Côte d'Ivoire
Saturday, June 27: Croatia vs. Ghana
Saturday, July 4 (5 p.m.): Round of 16 Match

Key Details for FIFA World Cup 2026:
Total Matches: 104
Teams/Countries: 48
Hosts: Canada, Mexico, and the United States
World Cup Duration: June 11 to July 19, 2026 (39 days)