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
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Tournament Start: 11 June 2026
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Group Stage: 11–27 June 2026
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Round of 32: Late June – Early July 2026
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Round of 16: Early July 2026
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Quarter-Finals: Mid-July 2026
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Semi-Finals: Around 15 July 2026
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Final: 19 July 2026 (MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey)
Host Nations & Venues: 16 Stadiums Across the USA, Canada & Mexico
United States Stadiums
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MetLife Stadium (New York/New Jersey) – Final host
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SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles)
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AT&T Stadium (Dallas)
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Levi’s Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area)
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NRG Stadium (Houston)
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta)
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Lumen Field (Seattle)
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Gillette Stadium (Boston)
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Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia)
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Hard Rock Stadium (Miami)
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Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City)
Canadian Stadiums
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BMO Field (Toronto)
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BC Place (Vancouver)
Mexican Stadiums
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Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) – Opening match venue
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Estadio Akron (Guadalajara)
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Estadio BBVA (Monterrey)
World Cup 2026 Groups and Teams
The 2026 tournament features 48 teams divided into 12 groups (Groups A–L).
Group A
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USA
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Mexico
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Wales
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Costa Rica
Group B
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Germany
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Denmark
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Morocco
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Honduras
Group C
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Argentina
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Switzerland
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Ecuador
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Jamaica
Group D
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France
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Japan
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Senegal
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Panama
Group E
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Spain
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Portugal
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Canada
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Egypt
Group F
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Brazil
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Uruguay
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Nigeria
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Australia
Group G
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England
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Croatia
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Ghana
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Haiti
Group H
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Netherlands
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Belgium
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Tunisia
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Colombia
Group I
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Italy
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South Korea
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Paraguay
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Qatar
Group J
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Poland
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Czech Republic
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Cameroon
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Venezuela
Group K
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Morocco
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Sweden
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Peru
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New Zealand
Group L
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Switzerland
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Turkey
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Saudi Arabia
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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
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Argentina: 2022 World Cup winners aiming to defend their crown
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Brazil: A perennial football powerhouse with attacking flair
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France: Always among the favorites with a blend of youth and experience
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England: Set for a strong campaign from Group G with key fixture dates across multiple cities
Rising and Underdog Teams
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Scotland: Returning to the World Cup stage
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Haiti and Jamaica: Fresh entries adding global diversity and unpredictability
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Canada: Exciting hosts ready to make waves on home soil
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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:
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Global reach and huge attendance figures
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Historic matches across iconic stadiums
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Matches in diverse climates and cities
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Record number of fixtures and knockout round drama
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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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