FIFA World Cup 2026
Host Cities and Schedule

The biggest event in football is coming to North America.

June 11 - July 19, 2026

48Teams
16Host Cities
104Matches
3Countries
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USA

11 Host Cities

78 scheduled matches. Eleven host cities across the United States, including the final host area.

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Canada

2 Host Cities

13 scheduled matches. Toronto and Vancouver bring the tournament to Canada.

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Mexico

3 Host Cities

13 scheduled matches. Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey host matches, including the opener.

World Cup 2026 Host Cities

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Explore the host cities and their stadiums.

World Cup 2026 Schedule

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DateMatchVenueCity
June 11, 2026Mexico vs South AfricaMexico City StadiumMexico City
June 11, 2026Korea Republic vs CzechiaGuadalajara StadiumGuadalajara
June 12, 2026Canada vs Bosnia and HerzegovinaToronto StadiumToronto
June 12, 2026USA vs ParaguayLos Angeles StadiumLos Angeles
June 13, 2026Qatar vs SwitzerlandSan Francisco Bay Area StadiumSan Francisco Bay Area
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World Cup 2026 Host Cities Guide

The FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities cover three countries and many different football settings. The United States has the largest share, with games in major sports markets such as New York New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami and Seattle. Canada will host matches in Toronto and Vancouver, giving fans two clear northern travel bases. Mexico brings World Cup history through Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey, with the opening match set for Mexico City.

Each city has a different role in the tournament. Some venues will carry group stage games, while others will become key stops later in the competition. Fans should check the city, stadium, local kickoff time and travel distance before choosing tickets or planning a trip. The World Cup 2026 schedule is spread across a large region, so host city planning matters more than in many past tournaments.

This guide keeps the main World Cup 2026 host cities in one place. Use the country filters to compare cities quickly, then open a city page for stadium details, match dates and local notes. It is built for quick planning before you open the full fixture list.

Last updated: June 10, 2026

World Cup 2026 Host Cities FAQ

How many host cities are in World Cup 2026?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has 16 host cities across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Which countries are hosting World Cup 2026?

The 2026 World Cup is hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Which city hosts the opening match?

Mexico City hosts the opening match of World Cup 2026 at Estadio Azteca.

Which stadium hosts the World Cup 2026 final?

The World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for MetLife Stadium in the New York New Jersey host area.

How many World Cup 2026 host cities are in the USA?

The United States has 11 World Cup 2026 host cities.