The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here — the first ever to be held across three countries (USA, Canada, and Mexico) and the first with 48 teams. Here is your complete guide to the schedule, venues, and how to watch.
Key Dates
- Opening Match: June 11, 2026 — Mexico City, Estadio Azteca
- Group Stage: June 11 – July 2, 2026
- Round of 32: July 4–7, 2026
- Round of 16: July 9–12, 2026
- Quarter-finals: July 16–19, 2026
- Semi-finals: July 23–24, 2026
- Third Place Match: July 27, 2026
- Final: July 29, 2026 — MetLife Stadium, New Jersey/New York
US Host Cities and Stadiums
- New York/New Jersey — MetLife Stadium (Final venue)
- Los Angeles — SoFi Stadium
- Dallas — AT&T Stadium
- San Francisco — Levi's Stadium
- Miami — Hard Rock Stadium
- Atlanta — Mercedes-Benz Stadium
- Seattle — Lumen Field
- Houston — NRG Stadium
- Philadelphia — Lincoln Financial Field
- Kansas City — Arrowhead Stadium
- Boston — Gillette Stadium
How to Watch FIFA World Cup 2026 in the US
- FOX and FS1 — English language broadcasts
- Telemundo and Universo — Spanish language broadcasts
- Fubo TV — streaming with FOX and Telemundo channels
- Hulu + Live TV — includes FOX and FS1
- YouTubeTV — includes all major broadcast channels
How Many Teams Are in the 2026 World Cup?
For the first time ever, the 2026 World Cup features 48 teams divided into 12 groups of 4. The top two teams from each group plus the 8 best third-place finishers advance to the Round of 32.
Is the US Team in the World Cup 2026?
Yes — the USMNT (United States Men's National Team) qualified for the 2026 World Cup as a co-host nation. The US is in Group C and is considered a dark horse contender with a talented young squad.