[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]The protracted anticipation surrounding the biggest-ever men’s World Cup has culminated as FIFA, the Fédération Internationale de Football Association, has revealed the comprehensive schedule for the 2026 tournament. This monumental sporting event is set to take place across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, featuring a record 48 teams participating in a total of 108 matches spread across numerous cities. The FIFA World Cup 2026 is scheduled to commence on June 11, 2026, with the inaugural match slated for Mexico City.
Atlanta will play a pivotal role in hosting eight matches at the renowned Mercedes-Benz Stadium, encompassing five group stage encounters, a round of 32 fixture, a round of 16 match, and one semifinal game. Boston, the capital of Massachusetts, will witness five group stage games at Gillette Stadium, contributing to the diverse array of matches held across the continent.
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Dallas is designated to host a substantial portion of the tournament, with five group stage games, two in the round of 32, one in the round of 16, and a semifinal match all taking place at the AT&T Stadium. Guadalajara will be a hub for football excitement, featuring four games at Estadio Akron during the group stage.
The metropolis of Houston in Texas is set to be a dynamic host, overseeing five group stage games and subsequently hosting a round of 32 match and a round of 16th encounter. Kansas City will also be a focal point, presenting six matches, including four group stage games, one in the round of 32, and a quarterfinal match.
Los Angeles, the sprawling city in Southern California, is poised to be a significant venue for the tournament, hosting the stage opener along with four additional group stage games, two matches in the round of 32, and a quarterfinal game. Mexico City, a football stronghold, will host three group stage matches, one in the round of 32, and one in the round of 16 at Estadio Azteca.
Miami is slated to be a bustling host city, accommodating 32 games, including four group stage matches, a quarterfinal game, and the third-place match. Monterrey will witness four matches, encompassing three group stage encounters and a round of 32 match.
New York City, a sporting and cultural hub, is set to host a total of eight games, including the final at MetLife Stadium. This includes five group stage matches, one in the round of 32, and one in the round of 16. Philadelphia, the largest city in Pennsylvania, will contribute to the festivities by hosting five group stage games and one round of 16 match.
San Francisco will be an exciting host, featuring the FIFA opener and five group stage games, in addition to a match in the round of 32. Seattle will present six matches in total, comprising four group stage games, a round of 32 fixture, and a round of 16 match.
Toronto, a leading Canadian city, is bestowed with the honor of hosting the opener, four additional group stage games, and one round of 32 match. Vancouver, renowned for its diversity, will host five group stage games, a round of 32 fixture, and a round of 16 match. The extensive schedule across these diverse cities promises a World Cup experience like never before, marking a historic chapter in the realm of international football.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
