The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the largest edition in tournament history, featuring 48 national teams and 104 matches across three host nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Matches will be played in 16 world-class stadiums, culminating in the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Host Stadiums
Stadium
City
Country
BMO Field
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
BC Place
Vancouver, British Columbia
Canada
Estadio Azteca
Mexico City
Mexico
Estadio Akron
Guadalajara
Mexico
Estadio BBVA
Monterrey
Mexico
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta, Georgia
USA
Gillette Stadium
Boston, Massachusetts
USA
AT&T Stadium
Dallas, Texas
USA
NRG Stadium
Houston, Texas
USA
Arrowhead Stadium
Kansas City, Missouri
USA
SoFi Stadium
Los Angeles, California
USA
Hard Rock Stadium
Miami, Florida
USA
MetLife Stadium
New York/New Jersey
USA
Lincoln Financial Field
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
USA
Levi’s Stadium
San Francisco Bay Area, California
USA
Lumen Field
Seattle, Washington
USA
Tournament Timeline
Stage
Dates
Opening Match
June 11, 2026
Group Stage
June 11 – June 28, 2026
Round of 32
June 28 – July 3, 2026
Round of 16
July 4 – July 7, 2026
Quarter Finals
July 9 – July 11, 2026
Semi Finals
July 14 – July 15, 2026
Third Place Match
July 18, 2026
Final
July 19, 2026
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FIFA World Cup 2026 Stadium Guide
Estadio Azteca – Mexico City, Mexico
The iconic Estadio Azteca will host the opening match featuring Mexico and South Africa. It will also host multiple group-stage fixtures, a Round of 32 match, and a Round of 16 clash.
Date
Match
June 11
Mexico vs South Africa
June 17
Uzbekistan vs Colombia
June 24
Mexico vs Czechia
June 28
Round of 32
July 5
Round of 16
BMO Field – Toronto, Canada
Toronto will host Canada’s opening World Cup fixture and several important group-stage matches.
Date
Match
June 12
Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina
June 17
Ghana vs Panama
June 20
Germany vs Ivory Coast
June 23
Panama vs Croatia
June 26
Group Qualification Match
July 2
Round of 32
BC Place – Vancouver, Canada
BC Place is set to host Canadian national team matches and knockout-stage action.
Dallas will be one of the busiest venues, hosting group-stage games, knockout rounds, and a semi-final.
Stage
Date
Group Matches
June 14–27
Round of 32
June 30
Round of 16
July 3
Quarter Final
July 6
Semi Final
July 14
MetLife Stadium – New York/New Jersey, USA
MetLife Stadium will host the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, making it the centerpiece venue of the tournament.
Date
Match
June 13
Brazil vs Morocco
June 16
France vs Senegal
June 22
Norway vs Senegal
June 25
Ecuador vs Germany
June 27
Panama vs England
June 30
Round of 32
July 5
Quarter Final
July 19
FIFA World Cup Final
Knockout Stage Venues
Round
Dates
Number of Matches
Round of 32
June 28 – July 3
16
Round of 16
July 4 – July 7
8
Quarter Finals
July 9 – July 11
4
Semi Finals
July 14–15
2
Third Place Match
July 18
1
Final
July 19
1
Key Facts About FIFA World Cup 2026
Category
Details
Teams
48
Total Matches
104
Host Countries
USA, Canada, Mexico
Host Cities
16
Opening Match Venue
Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Final Venue
MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey
Tournament Duration
June 11 – July 19, 2026
Conclusion
FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the biggest football tournament ever organized, spanning three countries and sixteen cities. Fans can expect more matches, more teams, and unforgettable moments as the world’s best national teams compete for football’s most prestigious trophy.
