FIFA World Cup 2026: Full schedule, stadiums, ticket info, and how to book your seat for kickoffs in the US, Canada, and Mexico

2026 FIFA World Cup: Set to be the biggest ever, the tournament will feature 48 teams, 104 matches, and 16 host cities across the US, Canada, and Mexico. Kicking off June 11, tickets are available via FIFA’s portal. Hospitality packages are live; general sales begin in late 2025.

The countdown to the biggest FIFA World Cup in history is on, with the 2026 edition set to kick off on June 11 across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This marks the first time three nations will co-host the tournament. The grand final is scheduled for July 19, 2026, at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

The 2026 World Cup promises record-breaking attendance, expanded matchups, and major travel for fans. With 48 teams, 104 matches, and 16 venues in play, the tournament’s scale will be unmatched. Here’s everything you need to know—from match locations and dates to ticket prices and availability.

World Cup 2026: 48 teams, 104 matches

FIFA has expanded the tournament from 32 to 48 teams, split into 12 groups of four. The top two teams in each group, along with the eight best third-placed teams, will move to the knockout stage. That adds up to a whopping 104 matches over five weeks.

2026 World Cup: Where will games be held?

Here are the cities set to host matches:

United States: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle
Canada: Toronto, Vancouver
Mexico: Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey

Matches will be held in iconic stadiums such as MetLife Stadium, Estadio Azteca, and SoFi Stadium.

2026 Fifa World Cup: Full match schedule

• Opening match: June 11, 2026, at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City
• Group Stage: June 11–27
• Round of 32: June 28 – July 3
• Round of 16: July 4 – July 7
• Quarterfinals: July 9–11
• Semifinals: July 14–15
• Third-place match: July 18 in Miami
• Final: July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey

World Cup 2026: Tickets

Hospitality packages are on sale now, starting at $5,300 and going up to $68,000 depending on the stadium and perks. These packages include premium seating, access to lounges, food, and drinks—but exclude host nation games and don’t cover travel or accommodation.

Single-match tickets are not yet available. General ticket sales are expected to open in late 2025. Fans can register on FIFA’s official ticketing portal to receive updates.

How to buy 2026 World Cup tickets

Here are the four official options to purchase tickets:

1. Team-specific tickets – Follow a qualified national team.
2. Stadium-specific tickets – Watch every match in one selected venue.
3. Individual match tickets – Choose single matches post-tournament draw.
4. Hospitality packages – Premium access with exclusive services.

To start, fans need to create an account on FIFA’s ticketing portal.

Fifa World Cup 2026: Tickets price

While prices for regular match tickets haven’t been released yet, hospitality packages are already pushing premium limits. Some luxury experiences are priced as high as $68,000 per person. Early resale listings on platforms like StubHub have prices starting around $900 per match, depending on the venue and teams involved.

World Cup 2026: Qualification update

USA, Mexico, and Canada have automatically qualified as hosts. The remaining 45 spots will be decided through continental qualifying campaigns across Europe, Asia, Africa, South America, Oceania, and CONCACAF.

2026 World Cup: How fans can stay ready

• Sign up on FIFA.com for ticket updates
• Plan early for accommodation and travel, especially in major host cities
• Check hospitality packages if looking for guaranteed early access

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be more than just football—it’ll be a full-scale sporting festival spread across three countries and dozens of cities. Stay tuned, the road to the biggest tournament ever is already underway.