The FIFA World Cup 2026 is the first ever to be hosted across three countries — the United States, Canada and Mexico. With 16 host cities and some of the world's most iconic sporting venues, here's your complete guide.
United States Host Cities
New York / New Jersey — MetLife Stadium
The centrepiece of the entire tournament. MetLife Stadium hosts the World Cup 2026 Final on 19 July 2026 — one of the most anticipated sporting events in history. Capacity: 82,500.
Los Angeles — SoFi Stadium
Hollywood's stadium lived up to its billing. Stunning architecture, a retractable roof and California sunshine created an unforgettable atmosphere for every game hosted here.
Dallas — AT&T Stadium
The home of the Dallas Cowboys delivered huge crowds and some of the tournament's most dramatic group stage moments.
San Francisco Bay Area — Levi's Stadium
Silicon Valley meets World Cup football. Levi's Stadium hosted key knockout rounds and attracted the largest crowds in the Bay Area's sporting history.
Miami — Hard Rock Stadium
Tropical heat, passionate Latin American supporters and electric atmosphere made Miami one of the tournament's most vibrant host cities.
Seattle — Lumen Field
The home of the Seattle Seahawks brought the Pacific Northwest into the World Cup story — and local fans responded with some of the loudest atmospheres in the USA.
Boston — Gillette Stadium
New England's football venue delivered memorable knockout round action.
Kansas City — Arrowhead Stadium
Famously one of the loudest sports stadiums in the world — and it lived up to that reputation during the World Cup.
Philadelphia — Lincoln Financial Field
A proud sporting city that embraced the World Cup from the opening whistle.
Atlanta — Mercedes-Benz Stadium
One of the architectural showpieces of the entire tournament — a stunning venue for stunning football.
Houston — NRG Stadium
The energy capital of the USA delivered some of the most passionate home support of the entire competition.
Canadian Host Cities
Toronto — BMO Field / Toronto FC Stadium
Canada's largest city brought an internationally diverse crowd that reflected every nationality in the tournament.
Vancouver — BC Place
The stunning mountain backdrop and passionate Canadian supporters made Vancouver one of the most visually beautiful host cities.
Mexican Host Cities
Mexico City — Estadio Azteca
The most historic stadium in World Cup history hosted group stage matches in front of 100,000+ fans — an experience unlike any other.
Guadalajara — Estadio Akron
Western Mexico's football heartland delivered passionate local support and memorable atmospheres throughout.
Monterrey — Estadio BBVA
The industrial powerhouse of northern Mexico embraced its World Cup moment.
The three-country, 16-city format created a World Cup unlike any before. For sheer scale, ambition and spectacle, FIFA 2026 set a new benchmark.
