June 11 — July 19, 2026
FIFA World Cup
2026
The biggest World Cup ever. 48 teams, 16 host cities, 3 host nations — one unforgettable summer.
Mexico
USA
Canada
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Tournament Data
2026 World Cup at a Glance
48
Teams
Most Ever
104
Total Matches
Incl. Knockouts
16
Host Cities
3 Nations, 16 Cities
39
Match Days
6.11 - 7.19
5.4M
Total Capacity
Cumulative Seats
87,000
Final Stadium Capacity
MetLife Stadium
6.11
Start Date
June 11, 2026
7.19
End Date
July 19, 2026
Key Milestones
Key Dates
June 11
Opening Match
Estadio Azteca, Mexico City — Host Mexico vs South Africa
June 11 — June 26
Group Stage
48 teams in 12 groups; top 2 + 8 best 3rd-placed advance
June 28 — July 7
Round of 32 & 16
Knockouts begin — every match is do or die
July 11 — July 15
Quarter-finals & Semi-finals
The final four — where history is written
July 19
Final
MetLife Stadium, New York — the moment the trophy is lifted