FIFA World Cup 2026 Schedule And Cities
Overview
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is set to be a grand event, with the United States, Canada, and Mexico sharing the hosting duties. The tournament will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, and will feature a total of 104 matches. The schedule and cities for the event have been released, offering fans a glimpse into the exciting journey ahead.
Host Countries
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be co-hosted by three North American countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This collaboration brings together the rich footballing cultures of these nations, promising an unforgettable experience for fans and players alike.
Schedule
The tournament will span a total of 31 days, with matches taking place in various cities across the three host countries. The schedule is designed to provide a balanced mix of group stage matches, knockout rounds, and the all-important final. Here's a brief overview:
- Group Stage: June 11 - July 2, 2026
- Round of 16: July 5 - 8, 2026
- Quarter-finals: July 11 - 12, 2026
- Semi-finals: July 15 - 16, 2026
- Third-place playoff: July 19, 2026
- Final: July 19, 2026
Cities And Venues
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be played in 16 cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Each city will host at least one match, with some venues hosting multiple matches. Here's a look at some of the key cities and venues:
United States- Atlanta, Georgia: Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Boston, Massachusetts: Gillette Stadium
- Charlotte, North Carolina: Bank of America Stadium
- Dallas, Texas: AT&T Stadium
- Houston, Texas: NRG Stadium
- Kansas City, Kansas: Arrowhead Stadium
- Los Angeles, California: SoFi Stadium
- Miami, Florida: Hard Rock Stadium
- New York/New Jersey: MetLife Stadium
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania: Lincoln Financial Field
- Phoenix, Arizona: State Farm Stadium
- Seattle, Washington: Lumen Field
- Montreal, Quebec: Stade Saputo
- Toronto, Ontario: BMO Field
- Vancouver, British Columbia: BC Place
- Guadalajara, Jalisco: Estadio Akron
- Mexico City: Estadio Azteca
- Monterrey, Nuevo León: Estadio BBVA
- Puebla, Puebla: Estadio Cuauhtémoc