The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest tournament in football history. It will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It will be the first World Cup ever hosted by three countries.
The major change for this edition is the expansion from 32 to 48 teams. A total of 104 matches will be played, compared to 64 in previous tournaments. The eventual champion will need to win eight matches to lift the trophy.
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The competition will be held in 16 host cities. Canada will host matches in Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico will welcome teams in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey. The United States will be the main host nation, with 11 selected cities including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas, Atlanta, and Seattle.
A Historic Final in New York
The opening match will be played at the legendary Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, a venue that previously hosted matches at the 1970 and 1986 World Cups. The final will take place at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey in front of more than 80,000 spectators.
Among the favorites are defending champions Argentina, along with France, Spain, Brazil, England, Germany, and Portugal. Several emerging nations could also surprise on the biggest stage.
With 48 teams, 16 host cities, and more than a month of football, the 2026 World Cup promises to be the most watched sporting event on the planet and one of the most spectacular tournaments ever staged.
