⚽ FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 COUNTDOWN: 16 Days to Kick-Off — June 11, 2026 · 48 Teams · 104 Matches · 16 Cities · USA 🇺🇸 Canada 🇨🇦 Mexico 🇲🇽 · Final: MetLife Stadium July 19 · 🏆
⚽ FIFA World Cup 2026 Complete Global City Guide
Your ultimate guide to 200 cities across the world — official host venues, fan zones, match schedules, tickets & travel tips for the greatest sporting event in history
Can't make it to USA/Canada/Mexico? Every city on Earth is celebrating FIFA World Cup 2026. Find your city's fan zone, watch parties and football events:
❓ Frequently Asked Questions — FIFA World Cup 2026
When does FIFA World Cup 2026 start and end? ▼
FIFA World Cup 2026 begins on June 11, 2026 and concludes with the Grand Final on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA. The tournament runs for 39 days across 16 cities.
Which countries are hosting FIFA World Cup 2026? ▼
FIFA World Cup 2026 is jointly hosted by USA (11 cities), Canada (3 cities), and Mexico (3 cities) — the first-ever 3-nation co-hosted World Cup in history. 16 cities host matches from the group stage through to the Final.
How many teams are in FIFA World Cup 2026? ▼
48 teams compete in FIFA World Cup 2026 — a record expansion from 32 teams. The 48 nations are divided into 12 groups of 4, with 104 total matches played across the tournament.
Where is the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final? ▼
The FIFA World Cup 2026 Final is on July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey — the largest American football/soccer stadium, with a capacity of 82,500 for the World Cup Final.
How do I buy FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets? ▼
Official tickets are only sold at tickets.fifa.com. Multiple sales phases are planned. You'll need a FIFA Fan ID to purchase. Check globaaal.com for all ticket sale dates and official resale information. Never buy from unofficial sources.
Who are the favourites for FIFA World Cup 2026? ▼
Argentina (defending champions), France, Brazil, England, Germany, and Spain (Euro 2024 winners) are the frontrunners. Host nation USA on home soil and Morocco are exciting dark horses. With 48 teams, there will be more surprises than ever.