The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially begun, with the tournament scheduled to take place from June 8 to July 3, 2026. The event will be hosted across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first time the World Cup is held in three nations.
According to FIFA, the opening match will be held at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on June 8, 2026, featuring the host nation Mexico. The final is set for July 3, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
The tournament will feature 48 teams for the first time, expanded from 32, with matches played in 16 venues. Key cities include Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and Vancouver.
