The World Cup Is Live and Miami Gardens Is Up Next. Your Guide to the Weekend Before the First Match.
The tournament is real. The USA won their opener. Haiti plays tonight. And in 48 hours, the first ball is kicked at Hard Rock Stadium.
It's here. The World Cup kicked off Wednesday in Mexico City, and after three days of football, the tournament has fully taken over South Florida. The Fan Festival at Bayfront Park is packed. Wynwood is a sea of jerseys. And in just two days, the first match arrives at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Here's everything happening this weekend.
What's happened so far
Mexico won the opener. The host nation beat South Africa 2-0 at Estadio Azteca on Wednesday, the first time Mexico has ever won on the opening day of a World Cup. Shakira, J Balvin, and Alejandro Fernandez performed at the opening ceremony.
The USA dominated Paraguay 4-1. In their opener last night at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, the U.S. Men's National Team rolled. Folarin Balogun grabbed an early lead in the race for the Golden Boot. Christian Pulisic and the squad looked sharp. The USA next plays Australia on June 19.
Canada came back to draw Bosnia. Larin rescued a point for the co-hosts in Toronto.
The tournament is delivering. And the biggest matches for Miami Gardens are still ahead.
Tonight: Haiti plays their first World Cup match in 52 years
This is the one that matters most to our community. Haiti vs. Scotland, 9:00 PM ET on FS1, from Gillette Stadium in Boston. It's Haiti's first World Cup appearance since 1974, and South Florida is home to the largest Haitian community in America.
We wrote a full piece on what tonight means and where to watch around Miami Gardens. Short version: Haitian and Caribbean restaurants across the city, the Little Haiti district, the Bayfront Park Fan Festival, and a whole lot of living rooms. If Haiti scores tonight, you will hear it from blocks away. Brazil and Morocco play earlier today at 6 PM, so Group C will already be taking shape.
This weekend's full match slate
| Day | Match | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sat June 13 | Qatar vs. Switzerland | 3 PM | FOX |
| Sat June 13 | Brazil vs. Morocco | 6 PM | FS1 |
| Sat June 13 | Haiti vs. Scotland | 9 PM | FS1 |
| Sun June 14 | Germany vs. Curacao | 1 PM | FOX |
| Sun June 14 | Netherlands vs. Japan | 4 PM | FOX |
| Sun June 14 | Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador | 7 PM | FS1 |
| Sun June 14 | Sweden vs. Tunisia | 10 PM | FS1 |
Every match streams free on the FOX One and FOX Sports apps. No cable required.
Where to watch around Miami Gardens this weekend
The FIFA Fan Festival at Bayfront Park is open daily through July 5. Free entry, giant screens showing every match, live entertainment, food vendors. Take the Metrorail to Government Center. This is the best free World Cup experience in South Florida.
Broward's free watch parties at Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise are running during the tournament. A strong option for fans in western Broward, Pembroke Pines, and Miramar.
Local restaurants and bars across Miami Gardens are showing matches all weekend. The restaurant guide and directory can point you to spots with screens and good food. Call ahead to confirm.
Monday: the first match at Hard Rock Stadium
This is what the whole city has been counting down to. Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay, Monday June 15, 6:00 PM ET on FS1. The first World Cup match ever played in Miami Gardens.
If you're going, your final checklist:
FIFA FAN ID loaded on your phone and backed up. Transportation decided: the free shuttle from Golden Glades (best for Miami Gardens residents) or a parking pass purchased 24 hours ahead ($100-$300). Match-day bag packed: rain poncho (umbrellas banned), empty clear water bottle, sunscreen, portable charger. Our weather guide has the full list.
If you're a resident near the stadium, the Clean Zone activates Monday afternoon, likely around 1 PM. Keep proof of residency in your car. Run errands in the morning. Plan alternate routes for NW 199th Street and NW 27th Avenue.
The weekend at a glance
| When | What |
|---|---|
| Today, 9 PM | Haiti vs. Scotland (the community match) |
| All weekend | Fan Festival at Bayfront Park (free) |
| All weekend | Broward watch parties at Amerant Bank Arena (free) |
| Monday, 6 PM | FIRST HARD ROCK MATCH: Saudi Arabia vs. Uruguay |
The preview phase is over. The tournament is live. And Miami Gardens steps onto the world stage in 48 hours. See you out there.
Match schedule and results via ESPN, Yahoo Sports, FOX Sports, FIFA. For everything World Cup in Miami Gardens, start with our complete guide. Published: June 13, 2026.
