Toronto is set to host matches featuring three African national teams during the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast), and Senegal. These fixtures will take place at Toronto Stadium (formerly BMO Field), offering fans a chance to witness top-tier African football talent on Canadian soil.
Ghana – Group L
June 17, 2026 – Ghana vs. Panama
Kickoff: 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Toronto Stadium
The Black Stars will commence their Group L campaign against Panama in Toronto. Subsequent group matches include:
June 23, 2026 – Ghana vs. England
Venue: Gillette Stadium, Boston*
June 27, 2026 – Ghana vs. Croatia
Venue: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta
Côte d’Ivoire – Group E
– June 20, 2026 – Germany vs. Côte d’Ivoire
Venue: Toronto Stadium
The Elephants will face Germany in Toronto as part of their Group E fixtures. Other group matches include:
June 14, 2026 – Côte d’Ivoire vs. Ecuador
Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
-June 25, 2026 – Côte d’Ivoire vs. Curaçao
Venue: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia
Senegal – Group I
June 26, 2026 – Senegal vs. FIFA Playoff Winner 2 (Bolivia, Iraq, or Suriname)
Kickoff: 3:00 PM ET
Venue: Toronto Stadium
The Lions of Teranga will play their final Group I match in Toronto. Their earlier group fixtures are:
June 14, 2026 – Senegal vs. Norway
Venue: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
June 20, 2026 – Senegal vs. France
Venue: MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford
Toronto’s hosting of these matches underscores Canada’s role in the first-ever 48-team FIFA World Cup. Fans can anticipate thrilling encounters as African teams showcase their prowess on the global stage.
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