Football fever is building across the globe as the FIFA World Cup approaches, with nations preparing to support their teams on the biggest stage.
Scotland and England have both qualified for the 2026 tournament, while Wales and Northern Ireland will not be taking part.
England, meanwhile, head into the World Cup under new manager Thomas Tuchel, looking to build on their quarter-final run in 2022.
Scotland’s place marks a historic return under manager Steve Clarke, ending a 28-year absence from the competition.
The 2026 World Cup is taking place across Canada, the USA and Mexico.
Although we're still waiting to find out who the winners of the 2026 World Cup will be, you might be wondering where the next tournament will take place.
Where is the 2030 FIFA World Cup taking place?
The 2030 World Cup will take place across three nations, in Spain, Portugal and Morocco.
However, the opening matches will be held in South America to mark the 100th anniversary of the FIFA World Cup.
Three matches in South America will be held in Argentina, Paraguay and Uruguay.
The tournament will run from June 8, with the final on July 21.
What dates are England and Scotland playing at the World Cup 2026?
England and Scotland are in different groups during the tournament's first stage.
Scotland is playing in group C with England in group L.
Scotland's FIFA World Cup match dates
Scotland's group games are on the following dates:
- Haiti vs Scotland, kick-off 2am - Foxborough, USA
- Scotland vs Morocco, kick-off 11pm - Foxborough, USA
- Scotland vs Brazil, kick-off 11pm - Miami, USA
England's FIFA World Cup match dates
England's group games are on the following dates:
- England vs Croatia, kick-off 9pm - Arlington, USA
- England vs Ghana, kick-off 9pm - Foxborough, USA
- Panama vs England, kick-off 10pm - New Jersey, USA
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