FIFA World Cup 2026
United States • Canada • Mexico
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Host Cities & Venues
16 iconic stadiums across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will host the 48-team tournament
Estadio Azteca
The only stadium in history to host two World Cup finals (1970 & 1986). Will kick off the first-ever 48-team tournament with the opening match on June 11, 2026.
MetLife Stadium
Home of NFL giants and Super Bowl XLVIII. Will host the 2026 World Cup Final on July 19 — the biggest prize in football.
AT&T Stadium
“Jerry World” – the gigantic retractable-roof cathedral of football. Will host a semi-final and a tournament-record nine total matches.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Famous for its camera-lens roof that opens like a flower. Hosted Super Bowl LIII and will stage the second 2026 semi-final.
Hard Rock Stadium
Messi’s new home and the sunniest venue of the tournament. Will host the third-place match and a record seven group games.
SoFi Stadium
The $5-billion masterpiece with the infinite 360° video board. Will host eight matches including a quarter-final and most USMNT group games.
Lumen Field
Home of the famous “12s” – officially the loudest fans in the NFL. Expect earthquakes when goals are scored.
Levi’s Stadium
Super Bowl 50 venue nestled in Silicon Valley with perfect California summer weather for World Cup nights.
NRG Stadium
First NFL stadium with a retractable roof. Ready to bring Texas-sized energy to seven World Cup matches.
Arrowhead Stadium
Holds the Guinness record for loudest outdoor stadium (142.2 dB). BBQ and noise guaranteed.
Lincoln Financial Field
Passionate, rowdy Philly fans will turn “The Linc” into a cauldron for World Cup visitors.
Gillette Stadium
Home of six Super Bowls and the New England Revolution — New England’s soccer passion runs deep.
BMO Field (expanded)
Canada’s soccer heart expands its beautiful lakeside stadium for the country’s first-ever men’s World Cup matches.
BC Place
Iconic white-sail roof that hosted the 2010 Olympics opening ceremony and the 2015 Women’s World Cup Final.
Estadio Akron
Home of Chivas – Mexico’s most popular club. Volcano-shaped modern stadium with one of the best atmospheres in the Americas.
Estadio BBVA
Known as “El Gigante de Acero” (The Steel Giant) with stunning mountain views – widely regarded as one of the most beautiful stadiums on the planet.