FIFA WORLD CUP
2026
United 2026. Three Host Nations. 48 Teams. 104 Matches. The world is coming to North America.
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FIFA WC 2026 Host Cities & Stadiums on the Maps
Host Cities
New York / New Jersey
MetLife Stadium • Capacity: 82,500 • 8 Matches
Western Region
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Los AngelesSoFi Stadium
- 🇺🇸SF Bay AreaLevi's Stadium
- 🇺🇸SeattleLumen Field
- 🇨🇦VancouverBC Place
Central Region
- 🇺🇸DallasAT&T Stadium
- 🇲🇽GuadalajaraEstadio Akron
- 🇺🇸HoustonNRG Stadium
- 🇺🇸Kansas CityArrowhead Stadium
- 🇲🇽Mexico CityEstadio Azteca
- 🇲🇽MonterreyEstadio BBVA
Eastern Region
- 🇺🇸AtlantaMercedes-Benz Stadium
- 🇺🇸BostonGillette Stadium
- 🇺🇸MiamiHard Rock Stadium
- 🇺🇸NY / NJMetLife Stadium
- 🇺🇸PhiladelphiaLincoln Financial Field
- 🇨🇦TorontoBMO Field
World Cup 2026 Stadiums
Explore the iconic venues that will host the world's greatest tournament.
WC 2026 Host Countries
Mexico
Experience the passion of football in Aztec lands. Hosting the opening match at the legendary Estadio Azteca.
Canada
From the Pacific coast of Vancouver to the vibrant streets of Toronto. A historic first hosting experience.
United States
Hosting the Grand Final in New York/New Jersey. World-class stadiums across the entire country.
World Cup History, Records & Stats
WC History
Since the inaugural tournament in Uruguay (1930), the FIFA World Cup™ has grown into the world's most prestigious sporting event. From just 13 teams in 1930 to 48 teams in 2026, the tournament unites billions of fans across the globe every four years.
Learn MoreRecords & Stats
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Most Titles
Brazil (5)
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Top Scorer
Klose (16)
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Most Matches
Messi (26)
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Highest Attendance
USA '94 (3.6M)
Winners
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the 2026 Tournament.
As of mid-January 2026, the Random Selection Draw phase has officially closed (ended January 13, 2026). If you applied during this phase, you will be notified of your success by February 2026.
The next opportunity to purchase tickets will be the First-Come, First-Served Phase, expected to open in Spring 2026. Fans should monitor the official FIFA ticketing portal daily. A "Last-Minute Sales" phase will also occur closer to June.
Key Insight: Prices for the new "Supporter Entry Tier" start at roughly $60 USD for group stage matches.
- Opening Match: June 11, 2026 (Estadio Azteca, Mexico City)
- Final Match: July 19, 2026 (New York/New Jersey)
- Group Stage: 12 groups of 4 teams.
- Knockout Qualification: Top 2 teams per group + 8 best 3rd-place teams advance.
- Knockouts: A new "Round of 32" is introduced, followed by Round of 16, QF, SF, and Final.
- USA (11): Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, NY/NJ, Philadelphia, SF Bay Area, Seattle.
- Mexico (3): Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey.
- Canada (2): Toronto, Vancouver.
Note: The USA will host all matches from the Quarter-finals onward.
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