FIFA World Cup 2026 USA: Full Schedule, Stadiums and Host Cities Guide

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the biggest sporting event on the planet, and this time it is coming to North America. With 48 teams, 104 matches and 16 host cities across the USA, Canada and Mexico, it will be the largest World Cup in history. Whether you are planning to attend or watch from home, here is your complete guide.

Tournament Dates and Format

The tournament kicks off on June 11, 2026 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City and the final will be played on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey. The new 48-team format means 12 groups of four teams, with the top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed teams advancing to a Round of 32. More teams means more matches, more drama and more chances for underdog stories.

USA Host Cities and Stadiums

The United States hosts 11 of the 16 venues, including iconic stadiums like SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, AT&T Stadium in Dallas and Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Seattle, San Francisco Bay Area, Atlanta, Houston, Boston, Philadelphia and Kansas City round out the American hosts. Canada contributes Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico adds Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey. Each city will run official FIFA Fan Festivals with giant screens, concerts and food zones.

Key Matches to Circle on Your Calendar

The opening match at the Azteca — a stadium that hosted the 1970 and 1986 finals — will be historic. Group stage blockbusters, the Round of 32 debut, and the quarter-finals in Los Angeles and Kansas City promise unforgettable nights. The final at MetLife Stadium on July 19 is expected to draw over 80,000 fans and a global TV audience in the billions. Ticket demand will be extreme, so mark your calendar for FIFA's official sales phases.

How to Follow Every Match

Broadcast rights span every continent, with matches staggered across North American time zones — great news for US viewers who get primetime kickoffs. Our Live Sports Centre will carry live scores, lineups and results for every single match. Bookmark it now so you never miss a goal, and check our World Cup 2026 tickets guide before you buy anything.

The 2026 World Cup is a once-in-a-generation event on American soil. Start planning early — hotels near stadiums are already filling up, and this tournament will define football's next decade.