The world’s biggest sporting event is coming to North America. Get live scores, official schedules, ticket information, and complete travel guides for all 16 host cities.
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Welcome to Your FIFA World Cup 2026 Headquarters
The FIFA World Cup 2026 makes history as the first 48-team tournament and the first World Cup hosted by three nations. From June 11 to July 19, 2026, the United States, Canada, and Mexico will welcome the world for 39 days of football across 16 iconic stadiums.
Whether you're hunting for FIFA 2026 tickets, planning which host cities to visit, or tracking live scores and match schedules, fifa-2026.live is your complete resource for the 23rd FIFA World Cup.
What You'll Find Here:
- • Official match schedule
- • Live scores
- • Ticket buying guide
- • All 16 host city guides
- • Team predictions
- • How to watch
- • Travel planning
FIFA World Cup 2026 at a Glance
Tournament Dates
June 11 - July 19, 2026
39 Days of FootballHost Cities
16 Cities
USA (11) • Mexico (3) • Canada (2)Teams & Matches
48 Teams
104 Total MatchesOpening Match
June 11, 2026
Estadio Azteca, Mexico CityFinal Match
July 19, 2026
MetLife Stadium, New JerseyNew Format
12 Groups of 4
Round of 32 IntroducedFIFA World Cup 2026 Tickets: Prices & Buying Guide
Ticket Prices by Match Type
How to Buy
- 1 Create FIFA ID
- 2 Verify identity
- 3 Choose matches
- 4 Select seats
- 5 Purchase
- 6 Receive confirmation
Teams & Predictions
⚽ Qualified Teams
Tracking 48 nations as they secure their spot in the final tournament.
🏆 Favorites
Argentina, France, and Brazil currently lead the 2026 title predictions.
📍 Host Nations
USA, Mexico, and Canada have automatic qualification as hosts.
Travel Planning Hub
Visa Requirements
Cross-border travel rules between USA, CAN, & MEX.
Transportation
Inter-city flights and game-day shuttle info.
Hotel Booking
Official fan accommodation and city stays.
Budget Guide
Daily cost estimates for fans attending the cup.
FIFA World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Stars of the FIFA Club World Cup
FIFA World Cup 2026 Match Predictor
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FIFA World Cup 2026
United States • Canada • Mexico
June 11 - July 19, 2026
Group Stage Matches
Major Host Cities
FIFA World Cup 2026: Complete Tournament Guide
The FIFA World Cup is coming to North America, and it's going to be massive. We're talking about 48 teams, 104 matches, and three countries hosting together for the first time in history. If you're planning to attend or just want to understand what makes FIFA 2026 special, you're in the right place.
This guide covers everything: tournament dates, the new format, how qualification works, what's different from previous World Cups, and what you need to know about the biggest soccer event on the planet. Let's break it down.
When Is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
June 11, 2026 – opening match at Estadio Azteca (Mexico City). Final at MetLife Stadium (New Jersey) on July 19, 2026. 39-day tournament (Qatar 2022: 29 days).
Timeline breakdown:
- 📅 Group Stage: June 11-29 (72 matches)
- 📅 Round of 32: June 30-July 3 (16 matches)
- 📅 Round of 16: July 4-7 (8 matches)
- 📅 Quarterfinals: July 9-11 (4 matches)
- 📅 Semifinals: July 14-15 (2 matches)
- 📅 Third Place Match: July 18
- 📅 Final: July 19
Summer weather: 70°F Seattle/Vancouver – 100°F Dallas/Houston. Elevation Mexico City: 7,350 ft.
The Revolutionary 48-Team Format
48 teams, 12 groups of 4. Top 2 from each group (24) + 8 best third-place → 32 teams advance. New Round of 32. Total matches: 104 (previous: 64).
Why FIFA expanded
2026 slots by confederation:
- UEFA: 16 | CAF: 9 | AFC: 8 | CONMEBOL: 6 | CONCACAF: 6 (incl. hosts) | OFC: 1 | Playoffs: 2
Third-place ranking: Points → GD → GF → fair play → draw of lots. Every goal matters.
Three Host Nations: A Historic First
🇺🇸 USA: 78 matches (final, semis, knockouts) | 🇲🇽 Mexico: 13 matches (opener) | 🇨🇦 Canada: 13 matches (first men's WC).
Travel & entry: ESTA (US), eTA (Canada), Mexican permit. Teams may travel 4,000+ miles during group stage.
The 16 Host Cities
Tournament Structure: Group Stage to Glory
Group stage: 12 groups, round-robin. R32, R16, QF, SF, Final – all knockout, extra time, pens.
What's Different About FIFA 2026?
- Tech: Semi-automated offside, VAR, Adidas Trionda ball sensors.
- Sustainability: All 16 existing stadiums, no new builds.
- Dynamic pricing: Supporter tier $60, group $120–265, final from $8,000.
- Fan festivals: Free viewing in every host city.
Qualification: The Road to 2026
As of February 2026: 42 teams qualified + 3 hosts. Final 6 spots via playoffs (March 2026). UEFA 16, CAF 9, AFC 8, CONMEBOL 6, CONCACAF 6 (incl. hosts), OFC 1, playoffs 2. First-time qualifiers include Canada (since 1986) and potential debutants.
Historical & Economic Impact
First 48-team WC, 104 matches, 5.5M+ tickets, 39 days. $5B+ projected economic activity. Co-hosting model for 2030 (Morocco/Spain/Portugal).
What Fans Need to Know
Transport: NJ Transit to MetLife, LA limited transit, Mexico City Metro, Vancouver/Toronto excellent. Long flights between distant cities.
Accommodation: Book 12-18 months ahead; consider suburbs/Airbnb.
Frequently Asked Questions
All info accurate as of February 2026. Final playoff teams TBD March 2026.
⚡ Quick Facts
- Teams: 48
- Matches: 104
- Hosts: USA, Mexico, Canada
- USA matches: 78 (final)
- Mexico matches: 13 (opener)
- Canada matches: 13
- Duration: 39 days
- New round: Round of 32
- Final venue: MetLife Stadium (82,500)
- Projected fans: 5.5M+
Estadio Azteca, SoFi, BC Place, AT&T Stadium, Mercedes-Benz — 16 world-class venues.
