The FIFA World Cup 2026 promises to be the biggest and most ambitious edition of football’s premier event in history. For the first time, the tournament will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico and will feature an expanded field of 48 national teams competing across 16 cities from 11 June to 19 July 2026.
Spanning 104 matches, the tournament will feature a group stage, a Round of 32, and knockout rounds culminating in the final at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
World Cup 2026: Key Dates
Tournament Start: 11 June 2026
Group Stage: 11–27 June 2026
Round of 32: Late June – Early July 2026
Round of 16: Early July 2026
Quarter-Finals: Mid-July 2026
Semi-Finals: Around 15 July 2026
Final: 19 July 2026 (MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey)
Host Nations & Venues: 16 Stadiums Across the USA, Canada & Mexico
United States Stadiums
MetLife Stadium (New York/New Jersey) – Final host
SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles)
AT&T Stadium (Dallas)
Levi’s Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area)
NRG Stadium (Houston)
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)
Lumen Field (Seattle)
Gillette Stadium (Boston)
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
Hard Rock Stadium (Miami)
Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City)
Canadian Stadiums
BMO Field (Toronto)
BC Place (Vancouver)
Mexican Stadiums
Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) – Opening match venue
Estadio Akron (Guadalajara)
Estadio BBVA (Monterrey)
World Cup 2026 Groups and Teams
The 2026 tournament features 48 teams divided into 12 groups (Groups A–L).
Group A
USA
Mexico
Wales
Costa Rica
Group B
Germany
Denmark
Morocco
Honduras
Group C
Argentina
Switzerland
Ecuador
Jamaica
Group D
France
Japan
Senegal
Panama
Group E
Spain
Portugal
Canada
Egypt
Group F
Brazil
Uruguay
Nigeria
Australia
Group G
England
Croatia
Ghana
Haiti
Group H
Netherlands
Belgium
Tunisia
Colombia
Group I
Italy
South Korea
Paraguay
Qatar
Group J
Poland
Czech Republic
Cameroon
Venezuela
Group K
Morocco
Sweden
Peru
New Zealand
Group L
Switzerland
Turkey
Saudi Arabia
Costa Rica
Note: The final confirmed qualification for all teams is ongoing, so some nations may change as continental qualifiers conclude.
Teams to Watch at World Cup 2026
Defending and Favorite Nations
Argentina: 2022 World Cup winners aiming to defend their crown
Brazil: A perennial football powerhouse with attacking flair
France: Always among the favorites with a blend of youth and experience
England: Set for a strong campaign from Group G with key fixture dates across multiple cities
Rising and Underdog Teams
Scotland: Returning to the World Cup stage
Haiti and Jamaica: Fresh entries adding global diversity and unpredictability
Canada: Exciting hosts ready to make waves on home soil
Morocco: Strong African contender with technical skill
Why World Cup 2026 Will Be Unforgettable
The 2026 FIFA World Cup represents football’s evolution — expanding from 32 to 48 teams, spreading across three host nations, and blending historic stadiums with cutting-edge venues. Fans can expect:
Global reach and huge attendance figures
Historic matches across iconic stadiums
Matches in diverse climates and cities
Record number of fixtures and knockout round drama
A new expanded Round of 32
From the opening whistle in Mexico City to the final in New York/New Jersey, this tournament will deliver unmatched passion, stories, and football memories that fans will talk about for generations.
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