Fifa 2026 Schedule With Venue Overview
The FIFA World Cup 2026 returns with a 48‑team format and a 80‑match calendar that spans three North‑American nations. The official Fifa 2026 Schedule With Venue was released in early 2024, giving fans a clear view of when and where each game will be played. The tournament kicks off on 8 July 2026 and culminates with the final on 28 July 2026. All dates are listed in local time for each host city, and the schedule is organized into a group stage followed by a knockout phase that mirrors the structure used in the 2022 edition.
Host Cities and Stadiums
Twenty‑four venues were selected across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Each stadium meets FIFA’s technical standards for pitch size, lighting, and capacity, ensuring a consistent experience for players and spectators alike.
United States (16 venues)
- MetLife Stadium – East Rutherford, New Jersey (capacity ≈ 82,500)
- AT&T Stadium – Arlington, Texas (capacity ≈ 80,000)
- Allegiant Stadium – Las Vegas, Nevada (capacity ≈ 65,000)
- Levi’s Stadium – Santa Clara, California (capacity ≈ 68,500)
- Mercedes-Benz Stadium – Atlanta, Georgia (capacity ≈ 71,000)
- Gillette Stadium – Foxborough, Massachusetts (capacity ≈ 68,000)
- NRG Stadium – Houston, Texas (capacity ≈ 71,800)
- Lincoln Financial Field – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (capacity ≈ 69,000)
- Bank of America Stadium – Charlotte, North Carolina (capacity ≈ 73,500)
- Providence Park – Portland
