A FIFA soccer match lasts 90 minutes of regular play : two 45-minute halves. There’s also halftime (about 15 minutes) , plus stoppage time added at the end of each half for delays like injuries or VAR checks.

What can make it longer

  • Stoppage time: usually a few extra minutes per half, but it can be more.
  • Knockout matches: if the score is tied, there’s extra time of two 15-minute halves.
  • Penalty shootout: if it’s still tied, penalties decide the winner, which can push the full event beyond two hours.

Simple rule of thumb

  • Just the game clock: 90 minutes.
  • Typical live match experience: about 2 hours start to finish.
  • Knockout match with extra time or penalties: often 2 to 2.5+ hours.

TL;DR: a FIFA soccer match is 90 minutes of play, but with halftime and stoppage time, plan on about 2 hours; knockout games can run longer.