2026 FIFA World Cup

Overview

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the 23rd edition of the tournament and the first time three nations share hosting duties Source 3. The competition expands to a record 48 teams and runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026 (some Beijing-time listings show June 12 – July 20) Source 1.

Host Cities & Venues

Sixteen venues across the three host countries will stage the matches. Notable stadiums include MetLife Stadium in the United States and Estadio Azteca in Mexico Source 4. The complete list of host cities and stadium details is available on FIFA’s official website.

Tournament Format & Schedule

A total of 104 matches—72 in the group stage and 32 in the knockout rounds—will be played. The group stage begins in mid-June, with the final scheduled for July 19 (or July 20 in Beijing time) Source 8. Interactive schedules and live-score tools are offered by BBC and Tencent Sports.

Participating Teams & Favorites

A record 48 national teams will qualify for the expanded tournament. Early title contenders include Spain and other traditional powerhouses Source 5. Updated team rosters and squad information can be found on official platforms.

Ticket & Media Resources

Fans can purchase tickets and access official information through FIFA.com. Chinese-language coverage, highlights, and schedules are available on Tencent Sports and Sohu Source 6. Comprehensive match calendars are also published by GQ and Dealmoon.