The schedule for the men’s 2026 World Cup has just been revealed, as Fifa unveils a massive tournament spanning vast distances and an impressive amount of football.
This edition of the tournament will take place in Mexico, Canada, and the USA, featuring an expanded format that includes 48 teams for the first time. The teams will be organized into 12 groups of four, with the top two from each group advancing directly to the knockout stages, along with the eight best third-placed teams progressing to the round of 32.
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The tournament will kick off at the historic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City, renowned for being the site of Diego Maradona’s legendary moments during the 1986 World Cup against England. The Azteca has also hosted iconic World Cup finals: Brazil’s 4-1 victory over Italy in 1970, highlighted by Carlos Alberto’s unforgettable team goal, and Argentina’s extra-time triumph over the Netherlands in 1986, where Mario Kempes scored twice.
Each Mexico and Canada will host 13 matches, while the United States will hold 78. Starting from the quarter-finals, all subsequent matches will take place in the U.S., culminating in the final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
World Cup 2026 Fixture Schedule
World Cup 2026 Venues
What are the Dates for World Cup 2026?
The tournament is set to kick off in Mexico on 11 June and will conclude with the final in New Jersey on 19 July.