The 2026 Solheim Cup schedule runs September 11 to 13, 2026 at Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands, the first time the biennial USA vs Europe women’s team event is held in the country. Download our free printable session-by-session pairings sheet and scorecard below to track all 28 matches across foursomes, fourballs, and singles.
2026 Solheim Cup Quick Facts
- When is the 2026 Solheim Cup? The competition runs September 11 to 13, 2026, within the September 7 to 13 event week.
- Where is it played? Bernardus Golf in the Netherlands, a first for the country.
- Who are the captains? Angela Stanford captains the United States and Anna Nordqvist captains Europe.
- What is the format? 28 matches: 4 foursomes and 4 fourballs on Friday and again on Saturday, then 12 singles on Sunday. First to 14.5 points wins.
- How many players per team? Twelve on each side.
- How can I watch in the US? Coverage airs on Golf Channel and NBC, with streaming on Peacock.
2026 Solheim Cup Schedule and Session Format
The Solheim Cup is contested over three days, with 28 total points on the line and 14.5 needed to win the Cup. Here is the session-by-session breakdown.
| Day | Session | Matches |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, Sept 11 | Foursomes (morning) | 4 |
| Friday, Sept 11 | Fourballs (afternoon) | 4 |
| Saturday, Sept 12 | Foursomes (morning) | 4 |
| Saturday, Sept 12 | Fourballs (afternoon) | 4 |
| Sunday, Sept 13 | Singles | 12 |
Foursomes, Fourballs, and Singles Explained
In foursomes (alternate shot), two players on a side share one ball and take turns hitting it. In fourballs (better ball), all four players play their own ball and the lower score of each pair counts. On Sunday, all 24 players go head to head in singles. Every match is worth one point, with a half-point each for a tie.
Teams and Captains
Angela Stanford leads the United States as it chases back-to-back titles, while Anna Nordqvist captains Europe on home-continent soil. Each team carries 12 players, set through a mix of qualification points and captain’s picks in the weeks before the matches. The official Solheim Cup site lists the latest team news.
How to Watch in the US
US coverage airs on Golf Channel and NBC, with streaming on Peacock. Because Bernardus Golf is in the Netherlands (six hours ahead of US Eastern), the morning sessions begin in the early US morning hours.
More Printable Sports Resources
- 2026 Sports Calendar (key dates across every league)
- Free printable tournament brackets
2026 Solheim Cup FAQ
Who won the last Solheim Cup? The United States won the 2024 Solheim Cup, and captain Angela Stanford’s side aims to go back-to-back in the Netherlands.
How many points are needed to win the Solheim Cup? 14.5 of the 28 available points; the defending champion retains the Cup with a 14-14 tie.
