FIFA sets Intercontinental Cup final for December 16 in Qatar
The Intercontinental Cup final will be played on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar; kickoff time has yet to be announced.
Key takeaways
- The Intercontinental Cup final is scheduled for Wednesday, December 16, 2026, at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan (Qatar).
- Kick-off time for the December 16, 2026 final has not been announced.
- Paris Saint-Germain will participate in the final as the titleholder and two-time Ligue 1 champion.
- Palmeiras is already qualified for the tournament; the opponent will be determined after the Copa Libertadores final on November 28, 2026.
- The planned schedule includes a match on December 9, 2026 in Doha between the winner of the first round and Deportivo Toluca, followed by a clash with Mamelodi Sundowns.
The Paris Saint-Germain, holder of the trophy after winning on penalties against Flamengo last season and crowned Ligue 1 champions once again, will compete in the next edition of the Intercontinental Cup scheduled for December 2026.
Your questions, our answers
What is the date and venue of the Intercontinental Cup final?
The final will take place on Wednesday, December 16, 2026 at the Ahmad bin Ali Stadium in Al Rayyan, Qatar.
Is Paris Saint-Germain qualified for this final?
Paris Saint-Germain will participate in the competition as the defending champions and two-time Ligue 1 champions.
Is PSG’s opponent known and what is the match time?
The opponent is not yet known and the kickoff time for the final has not been revealed.