The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be the most expansive and ambitious edition of the event to date. For the first time in history, the tournament will be co-hosted by three nations, the United States, Mexico, and Canada, and will feature a record-breaking 48-team field.
This navigation hub will help you track every moment of the 104-match schedule as it unfolds across 16 world-class host cities from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and find the best places to bet on World Cup 2026
Expansion: The field has grown from 32 to 48 nations, introducing a new Round of 32 knockout phase.
Host Cities: Matches will be played in 11 US cities, 3 in Mexico, and 2 in Canada.
Historical Milestone: Mexico will become the first country to host or co-host the men’s World Cup three times (1970, 1986, 2026).
The Grand Finale: The tournament concludes on July 19 at MetLife Stadium.
| Country | Host Cities | Key Venue Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/NJ, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle | Dallas Stadium: Set to host the most matches (9) of any venue. |
| Mexico | Guadalajara, Mexico City, Monterrey | Estadio Azteca: The legendary site of the opening match on June 11. |
| Canada | Toronto, Vancouver | BC Place: Canada's premier West Coast venue for major knockout rounds. |
June 11: Opening Match (Mexico City)
June 11 – June 27: Group Stage
June 28 – July 3: Round of 32
July 4 – July 7: Round of 16
July 19: World Cup Final (New York / New Jersey)
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