FIFA World Cup 2026
The biggest, most ambitious World Cup ever. 48 teams, 104 matches, 3 host nations.
United States11 cities · 78 matches
Canada2 cities · 13 matches
Mexico3 cities · 13 matchesThe World Cup is changing forever.
From June 11 to July 19, 2026, the FIFA World Cup expands to 48 teams for the first time in history. Hosted across three countries and 16 cities, it will be the biggest, most ambitious, and most-watched sporting event ever staged. Here's what makes this tournament historic.
23rd World Cup
The 23rd edition of FIFA's flagship tournament, the first since 2010 to take place in North America.
Three Host Nations
First-ever World Cup co-hosted by three countries: USA (11 cities, 78 matches), Mexico (3 cities), and Canada (2 cities).
48 Teams
Expanded from 32 to 48 teams — the biggest format change in World Cup history, with 16 more nations getting their shot.
104 Matches
62.5% more games than Qatar 2022, including a brand-new Round of 32 knockout stage.
6 Billion Viewers
FIFA projects 6 billion people will engage with the tournament — set to be the most-watched event in human history.
5.5M Live Attendance
Record projected attendance, surpassing the 1994 USA tournament's 3.6 million.
$11B Revenue
Expected to generate over $11 billion in revenue — a 45% jump from Qatar 2022.
New Knockout Format
12 groups of 4 teams. Top 2 from each group + 8 best 3rd-placed teams advance to a new Round of 32.
This overwhelming response from passionate fans is a true representation of how our game is loved globally — we are going to make history in North America.
— Gianni Infantino, FIFA President96 years of football glory
From Uruguay 1930 to the present day — the records, rivalries, and legends that define the world's greatest tournament. Here's what the 2026 generation is chasing.
All 12 Groups
Top 2 teams from each group + 8 best 3rd-placed teams advance to the Round of 32
