Football — Complete Competitions Hub: FIFA World Cup, Champions League, Premier League & All Major Leagues
This is paksinfo.com’s complete football hub — covering every major football competition in the world, from the FIFA World Cup 2026 to the UEFA Champions League, Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Copa América, AFC Asian Cup, and more. The biggest football event of 2026 is the FIFA World Cup, running June 11 to July 19, 2026 in the United States, Canada, and Mexico — 48 teams, 104 matches, across 16 stadiums, according to FIFA.com. Every competition on this page includes its schedule, key dates, and a guide on how to watch from Pakistan.
What Is This Football Hub?
paksinfo.com Football covers every major international and domestic football competition across the globe. This pillar page is the starting point for all football content on the site. It gives you a clear picture of what each competition is, when it runs, and where you can watch it from Pakistan. Every guide linked from this page is built on official data from FIFA.com, UEFA.com, and the relevant league’s official website. Schedule times are shown in multiple time zones — Pakistan Standard Time (PKT, UTC+5) is always included so you never have to convert manually.
Featured — FIFA World Cup 2026
FIFA World Cup 2026 — USA, Canada & Mexico
The 23rd FIFA World Cup runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026. For the first time, 48 national teams compete across 16 stadiums in three host nations. The Final takes place at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, according to FIFA.com. Argentina enters as defending champion, having won Qatar 2022.
FIFA World Cup 2026 — Match Times in Every Time Zone
Group stage matches use three standard kick-off slots per day, according to FIFA.com. The table below converts each slot into nine time zones. PKT column is Pakistan Standard Time (UTC+5).
| Slot | UTC | EST | PST (LA) | GMT | CET | PKT ★ | IST | GST |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early | 17:00 | 1:00 PM | 10:00 AM | 6:00 PM | 7:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 10:30 PM | 9:00 PM |
| Mid | 20:00 | 4:00 PM | 1:00 PM | 9:00 PM | 10:00 PM | 1:00 AM+1 | 1:30 AM+1 | 12:00 AM+1 |
| Late | 23:00 | 7:00 PM | 4:00 PM | 12:00 AM+1 | 1:00 AM+1 | 4:00 AM+1 | 4:30 AM+1 | 3:00 AM+1 |
+1 = next calendar day. ★ PKT = Pakistan Standard Time (UTC+5). Source: FIFA.com official schedule, April 2026. Confirm exact kick-off times at FIFA.com.
All Football Competitions — Full Directory
Every football competition covered on paksinfo.com is listed below in its own card. International tournaments are listed first, then continental club competitions, then the top five domestic leagues. Each card shows the key facts and what you will find inside the dedicated guide.
- Dates: June 11 – July 19, 2026 HOT
- 48 teams — 3 host nations
- 16 stadiums across USA, Canada & Mexico
- Final: MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
- Prize fund: $1 billion USD
- Defending champion: Argentina
- How to watch in Pakistan: PTV Sports, FIFA+
- New 36-team league phase format LIVE
- Final scheduled: May 2026
- Defending champion: Real Madrid (2024)
- Top clubs from 55 UEFA member nations
- Watch in Pakistan: beIN Sports, OSN
- Source: UEFA.com, season 2025–26
- Second-tier UEFA club competition LIVE
- 36-team league phase — same new format
- Final: May 2026 (venue TBC)
- Watch: beIN Sports, OSN Streaming
- Source: UEFA.com
- Third-tier European club competition LIVE
- Open to clubs from smaller UEFA nations
- Final: May 2026
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Source: UEFA.com
- 20 clubs — 380 matches per season LIVE
- Runs August 2025 to May 2026
- Watch in Pakistan: beIN Sports, SuperSport
- Official site: premierleague.com
- Standings & fixtures updated weekly
- 20 clubs — Spain’s top division LIVE
- Runs August 2025 to May 2026
- Key clubs: Real Madrid, Barcelona, Atletico
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Official site: laliga.com
- 20 clubs — Italy’s top division LIVE
- Key clubs: Inter Milan, Juventus, AC Milan
- Season: September 2025 to May 2026
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Official site: legaseriea.it
- 18 clubs — Germany’s top division LIVE
- Key clubs: Bayern Munich, Bayer Leverkusen, Dortmund
- Season: August 2025 to May 2026
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Official site: bundesliga.com
- 18 clubs — France’s top division LIVE
- Key clubs: PSG, Monaco, Marseille, Lille
- Season: August 2025 to May 2026
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Official site: ligue1.fr
- South America’s senior national team championship
- Last edition: Copa América 2024 — Argentina won
- Next edition: 2028 (schedule TBC)
- 16 competing nations
- Source: CONMEBOL.com
- Asia’s premier national team tournament 2027
- Next host: Saudi Arabia (2027)
- 24 teams compete in the final tournament
- Pakistan’s national team in AFC qualifying
- Source: the-afc.com
- Africa’s senior national team championship
- AFCON 2025 host: Morocco (June–July 2025)
- 24 teams in the tournament
- Watch: beIN Sports Africa
- Source: CAFonline.com
- CONMEBOL’s top club competition LIVE
- 32 South American club teams
- Final: November 2026
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Source: CONMEBOL.com
- Next edition: Brazil 2027 2027
- 32 teams — expanded from 24 (2023)
- Defending champion: Spain (2023, according to FIFA.com)
- Source: FIFA.com
- 32 clubs — USA hosts HOT
- Dates: June 15 – July 13, 2025
- Includes top European, South American clubs
- Watch: DAZN (official broadcast)
- Source: FIFA.com
- Annual UEFA national team competition
- Finals Four: June 2025
- 55 UEFA member nations compete in 4 leagues
- Watch: beIN Sports
- Source: UEFA.com
Top Five Domestic Leagues — Season 2025–26
The “Big Five” European leagues all run simultaneously from August 2025 to May 2026. The table below shows each league’s key data, according to their official governing bodies.
| League | Country | Teams | Matches | Season Ends | Watch (Pakistan) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premier League | England | 20 | 380 | May 2026 | beIN Sports |
| La Liga | Spain | 20 | 380 | May 2026 | beIN Sports |
| Serie A | Italy | 20 | 380 | May 2026 | beIN Sports |
| Bundesliga | Germany | 18 | 306 | May 2026 | beIN Sports |
| Ligue 1 | France | 18 | 306 | May 2026 | beIN Sports |
Source: Premier League official site (premierleague.com), La Liga official site (laliga.com), Lega Serie A (legaseriea.it), Bundesliga official (bundesliga.com), Ligue de Football Professionnel (ligue1.fr). Data updated April 2026.
Football Calendar 2026 — Key Dates at a Glance
The year 2026 is the busiest international football year in history. Three major international tournaments happen within a single 12-month period. All dates are sourced from the relevant governing body’s official website.
| Competition | Start Date | End / Final | Host | PKT Kick-offs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEFA Champions League Final | Ongoing | May 2026 | TBC | ~11:00 PM PKT |
| UEFA Europa League Final | Ongoing | May 2026 | TBC | ~11:00 PM PKT |
| FIFA World Cup 2026 | June 11, 2026 | July 19, 2026 | USA/CAN/MEX | 10 PM / 1 AM / 4 AM PKT |
| Copa Libertadores Final | Ongoing | November 2026 | TBC | ~1:00 AM PKT |
| EPL / La Liga / Serie A / Bundesliga | Aug 2025 | May 2026 | Europe | Weekends: 4 PM–11 PM PKT |
Source: FIFA.com, UEFA.com, CONMEBOL.com. Some exact dates remain to be confirmed — check each competition’s official page. PKT = UTC+5.
How to Watch Football in Pakistan — All Options
Pakistani fans can watch international football through free-to-air television and paid streaming services. The platform you need depends on the competition. Below is every option available in Pakistan, confirmed as of April 2026.
How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in Pakistan
PTV Sports and ARY Sports broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026 free-to-air in Pakistan, according to confirmed broadcast arrangements. No subscription is needed — just a cable or dish connection. For online viewing, FIFA+ at fifa.com/fifaplus streams select matches worldwide at no cost with a free account registration.
Pakistan Satellite Settings — PTV Sports via Paksat
- Satellite: Paksat 1R at 38°E
- Frequency: 12.523 GHz
- Polarization: Vertical
- Symbol Rate: 27,500
- FEC: 3/4
- Helpline: 051-220-1600 (PTV)
Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga & Ligue 1 in Pakistan
All five top European domestic leagues are broadcast in Pakistan through beIN Sports. beIN Sports is available on most major cable operators. For online viewing, beIN Sports CONNECT offers a paid monthly subscription at beinsports.com. Contact your local cable provider to confirm which beIN channels are in your package.
How to Follow Live Football Scores on Your Phone
These steps work for any smartphone running Android or iOS. No app purchase is needed.
- 1Open Google and search the match you want — for example “Man City vs Arsenal live score.”
- 2Google shows a live score card at the top of results. Tap it to expand the live feed.
- 3For the FIFA World Cup, open the FIFA app or visit fifa.com on your browser — both show live scores for free.
- 4For Champions League and European leagues, open the UEFA app (UEFA.com) or the official league app — all free to download.
- 5For non-European leagues, the Sofascore app (sofascore.com) tracks live scores across all major competitions — free with no account required.
- 6Bookmark paksinfo.com/football/ on your home screen for schedule updates in PKT with no time zone conversion needed.
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Go Deeper on the FIFA World Cup 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the centrepiece of football in 2026. Get the complete match schedule in your time zone, the full list of 48 qualified teams, group draw results, stadium guides, and a step-by-step guide to watching every match for free from Pakistan — all in one place.
Go to FIFA World Cup 2026 HubFrequently Asked Questions
When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 start and end?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 starts on June 11, 2026 and the Final takes place on July 19, 2026, according to FIFA.com. The opening match is at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. The tournament spans 39 days and includes 104 matches across 16 stadiums in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
How many teams are in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
48 national teams compete in the FIFA World Cup 2026 — the first edition with this expanded format, up from 32 teams in previous editions, according to FIFA.com. The 48 teams play in 12 groups of four during the group stage. The top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams advance to a Round of 32 knockout stage.
How can I watch football for free in Pakistan?
PTV Sports and ARY Sports broadcast the FIFA World Cup 2026 free-to-air in Pakistan on cable and via Paksat satellite — no subscription needed. Online, FIFA+ at fifa.com/fifaplus streams select World Cup matches free of charge with a free account. For European domestic leagues like the Premier League and La Liga, beIN Sports is the broadcast partner in Pakistan and requires a paid cable or streaming subscription.
What time do Champions League matches kick off in Pakistan?
UEFA Champions League matches typically kick off at 20:00 CET (Central European Time), which converts to 12:00 AM midnight PKT (Pakistan Standard Time, UTC+5). Tuesday and Wednesday are the standard Champions League match nights during the group and league phases. The schedule is published at UEFA.com and updated on paksinfo.com with PKT times alongside every fixture.
Which competitions does the UEFA Champions League include in 2025–26?
The UEFA Champions League 2025–26 uses a new 36-team league phase format introduced in 2024–25, replacing the traditional group stage of 32 teams in eight groups, according to UEFA.com. All 36 clubs play eight matches each in a single league table. The top eight teams advance directly to the Round of 16. Teams ranked ninth through 24th enter a playoff round. The Final is scheduled for May 2026.
What is the FIFA World Cup 2026 prize money?
The total FIFA World Cup 2026 prize fund is $1 billion USD — the largest in World Cup history — according to FIFA.com. The winning team receives $100 million USD. Every participating team receives a base payment regardless of how far they progress in the tournament. The complete prize money breakdown with USD figures is published on paksinfo.com/2026/prize-money/.
When is the next AFC Asian Cup and does Pakistan qualify?
The next AFC Asian Cup takes place in Saudi Arabia in 2027, according to the Asian Football Confederation (the-afc.com). 24 national teams compete in the final tournament. Pakistan’s national football team participates in AFC qualifying rounds. Pakistan’s qualifying campaign results and upcoming fixtures are covered in the dedicated AFC Asian Cup guide on paksinfo.com.
What football competitions are happening right now in April 2026?
In April 2026, the following major football competitions are active: the UEFA Champions League and Europa League are in their knockout stages, all five top European domestic leagues (Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Bundesliga, Ligue 1) are in the run-in phase, and the Copa Libertadores is in its group stage. The FIFA World Cup 2026 begins on June 11, 2026 — less than two months away. Check paksinfo.com/football/ for updated schedules and kick-off times in PKT.