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TRIBUNKALTENG.COM – The official broadcast schedule for the FIFA World Cup 2026 has been confirmed, with Televisi Republik Indonesia (TVRI) securing exclusive rights to air the World Cup 2026, also known as the ‘Pesta Bola Dunia’, across Indonesia.

Forward Mousa Al-Tamari will be the key figure for Jordan’s first-ever FIFA World Cup squad. Jordan will kick off their World Cup campaign against Austria on 17 June in San Francisco, followed by a clash with Algeria on 23 June, and then face the defending champions Argentina five days later.

Jordan’s head coach, Jamal Al-Salami, has announced a 26-player squad for the nation’s debut appearance in the North American-hosted tournament.

Al-Salami is set to rely on Stade Rennais striker Mousa Al-Tamari to lead the team through a challenging Group J.

The Jordan Football Association earlier released a video featuring the Moroccan coach unveiling the squad.

Before the tournament, Jordan will play a friendly match against Colombia on 8 June.

They will officially start their World Cup campaign against Austria on 17 June in San Francisco, continue against Algeria on 23 June, and conclude the group stage against reigning champions Argentina on 28 June.

Jordan Squad:

Goalkeepers: Yazeed Abu Laila, Abdullah Al-Fakhouri, Noor Bani Attieh.

Defenders: Abdullah Nasib, Saad Al-Rosan, Yazan Al-Arab, Saleem Obeid, Mohammad Abu Al-Nadi, Hossam Abu Al-Dahab, Ehsan Haddad, Anas Bani, Muhannad Abu Taha, Mohammad Abu Hasheesh.

Midfielders: Noor Al-Rawabdeh, Nizar Al-Rashdan, Ibrahim Saadeh, Rajaei Ayed, Amer Jamous, Mohammad Al-Daoud, Mahmoud Al-Mardi.

Forwards: Mousa Al-Tamari, Ouda Al-Fakhouri, Mohammad Abu Zraiq, Ali Azaizeh, Ibrahim Sabra, Ali Olwan.

Deputy Mayor of Palangka Raya, Achmad Zaini, expressed his excitement about the upcoming 2026 World Cup, eagerly anticipating the performances of global superstars Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.

According to Zaini, this grand football event is one of the most anticipated spectacles, allowing fans to witness top-level matches featuring the world’s finest players.

“We should be happy. This year, God willing, we’ll once again be able to follow the World Cup matches. It’s a great opportunity for all of us to watch and enjoy. I myself am a football fan,” said Zaini after attending the Pancasila Day ceremony at the Palangka Raya Mayor’s Office on Monday (1 June 2026).

He hopes that the excitement of the 2026 World Cup will also reach the people of Palangka Raya.

One of his ideas is to organise public viewing sessions or “nobar” (watch parties), bringing local communities together to enjoy the matches.

“Hopefully we can watch together. We’ll try to have some watch party events in our city. I’ll discuss this further with the Mayor of Palangka Raya,” he added.

Regarding his favourite players, Zaini admitted that he still admires legendary footballers who have long been icons of the sport.

Names like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi remain etched in his mind when talking about international football.

“Yes, my favourite players are still the senior ones, like Messi and Ronaldo,” he said with a smile.

Nevertheless, Zaini hopes the 2026 World Cup will not only highlight established stars but also give rise to new talents capable of shining on the world stage.

He believes one of the most exciting aspects of the World Cup is discovering young players who impress and later become global football stars.

“The hope is that new world-class players will emerge during this World Cup, as often happens in these tournaments,” he remarked.

He further emphasised the importance of player regeneration so that global football continues to offer entertaining spectacles for fans worldwide.

According to Zaini, it is time for the new generation to show their skills and succeed the senior players of international football.

Official Rules for FIFA World Cup 2026 Public Viewing Events

TVRI has issued official regulations for organising public screenings of the World Cup. A total of 48 countries have qualified for the 2026 tournament.

These 48 teams will be divided into 12 groups, from Group A to Group L.

Traditional powerhouses such as Brazil, Argentina, France, Germany, England, and Japan are all confirmed participants.

How to Obtain a TVRI Public Screening License:

1. Register an account as a business owner or manager of a public facility.
2. Fill in the details of the venue or facility to be used.
3. For business owners, select a license category based on capacity and complete the payment.
4. Activate the license to begin hosting public viewing sessions.

The 2026 World Cup will feature an expanded format with 48 teams. The tournament will consist of one group stage followed by four knockout rounds leading to the final.

The knockout phase will start with the Round of 32, followed by the Round of 16, quarter-finals, and semi-finals.

Each team will play three group matches.

After 68 group-stage games, the top two teams from each group and the eight best third-placed teams will advance to the Round of 32.

The term “Group of Death” refers to the toughest and most unpredictable groups in a tournament. For the 2026 edition, Groups A, D, G, and L are considered the most competitive.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Groups:

Group A: Mexico, South Korea, South Africa, Czech Republic.

Group B: Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, Bosnia.

Group C: Brazil, Morocco, Scotland, Haiti.

Group D: United States, Australia, Paraguay, Turkey.

Group E: Germany, Ecuador, Ivory Coast, Curaçao.

Group F: Netherlands, Japan, Tunisia, Sweden.

Group G: Belgium, Iran, Egypt, New Zealand.

Group H: Spain, Uruguay, Saudi Arabia, Cape Verde.

Group I: France, Senegal, Norway, Iraq.

Group J: Argentina, Austria, Algeria, Jordan.

Group K: Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan, DR Congo.

Group L: England, Croatia, Panama, Ghana.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup Will Be Held Across 16 Cities in Canada, the United States, and Mexico

The 2026 World Cup marks a new milestone with an increase from 32 to 48 participating nations. The group stage will feature three matchdays with six matches played each day.

The opening match is scheduled for 11 June 2026 at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, where hosts Mexico will face South Africa.

The championship final is set to take place at MetLife Stadium in New York on 19 July 2026.

Complete Match Schedule for FIFA World Cup 2026:

Opening Match: 11 June
Week 1: 11–17 June
Week 2: 18–23 June
Week 3: 24–27 June
Round of 32: 28 June–3 July
Round of 16: 4–7 July
Quarter-finals: 9–11 July
Semi-finals: 14–15 July
Third-place Playoff: 18 July
Final: 19 July

Group Stage Fixtures:
11 June 2026
Mexico vs South Africa (Group A)
South Korea vs European Play-off D Winner (Group A)
12 June 2026
Canada vs European Play-off A Winner (Group B)
United States vs Paraguay (Group D)
13 June 2026
Brazil vs Morocco (Group C)
Australia vs Play-off C Winner (Group D)
Haiti vs Scotland (Group C)
Qatar vs Switzerland (Group B)
14 June 2026
Germany vs Curaçao (Group E)
Ivory Coast vs Ecuador (Group E)
Netherlands vs Japan (Group F)
Play-off B Winner vs Tunisia (Group F)
15 June 2026
Spain vs Cape Verde (Group H)
Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay (Group H)
Belgium vs Egypt (Group G)
Iran vs New Zealand (Group G)
16 June 2026
France vs Senegal (Group I)
Global Play-off 2 Winner vs Norway (Group I)
Argentina vs Algeria (Group J)
Austria vs Jordan (Group J)
17 June 2026
England vs Croatia (Group L)
Ghana vs Panama (Group L)
Portugal vs Global Play-off 1 Winner (Group K)
Uzbekistan vs Colombia (Group K)