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About the 2026 FIFA World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will mark a historic milestone for global soccer. Officially branded as FIFA World Cup 26, it will be the first edition ever hosted by three nations—the United States, Canada, and Mexico—and the first to feature an expanded 48-team format. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and will be the largest in World Cup history, offering more matches, more cities, and more fans than ever before.

This expansion introduces 12 groups of four teams, with the top two teams and eight best third-place finishers advancing to a Round of 32. The total number of matches will increase from 64 to 104, giving nations more opportunities to compete on the world stage and supporters more chances to experience the excitement firsthand.

Host Nations and Venues

A total of 16 host cities across North America will stage matches: 11 in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada. Iconic stadiums such as AT&T Stadium in Dallas, MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey, SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta will anchor the American venues. Mexico’s Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, already a legendary World Cup site, will make history as the first stadium to host three separate World Cup tournaments, while Estadio BBVA in Monterrey and Estadio Akron in Guadalajara round out the Mexican venues. Canada’s matches will take place in Toronto and Vancouver, marking the country’s first time hosting men’s World Cup games.

Tournament Highlights and Key Facts

The three host nations—United States, Canada, and Mexico—automatically qualify for the competition. The remaining 45 teams will earn their places through regional qualifiers and intercontinental playoffs. The tournament’s final draw is scheduled for December 5, 2025, in Washington, D.C., where group matchups and travel routes will be revealed.

By spanning an entire continent, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will showcase soccer’s global reach and unite fans across borders. It will combine world-class venues, passionate supporters, and expanded opportunities for nations to compete, ensuring that the 2026 edition becomes the most ambitious and widely attended World Cup ever held.