Cities guide
World Cup 2026 host cities
The 2026 World Cup spans 16 host cities across three countries. From the historic Estadio Azteca to the state-of-the-art SoFi Stadium, here are all the venues at a glance.
See the full scheduleThree host nations, sixteen cities
The 2026 World Cup is the first with three host nations. Eleven cities are in the United States, two in Canada and three in Mexico, making it unique in scale and travel distances.
Matches are played in iconic stadiums, some adapted especially for the tournament. Capacities range from around 45,000 to over 80,000 spectators.
The biggest stadiums
MetLife Stadium near New York (82,500) hosts the final. AT&T Stadium in Dallas (80,000) and the legendary Estadio Azteca in Mexico City (87,000) are among the tournament's largest arenas.
The opening match on 11 June 2026 takes place at the Estadio Azteca, which has previously hosted two World Cup finals (1970 and 1986).
Time zones and kick-off times
The host cities span four time zones, from the East Coast to the West Coast. For fans outside North America, kick-off times can vary a lot.
In your calendar, all times convert automatically to your local time zone, so you are never caught out.
Frequently asked questions
How many cities host the 2026 World Cup?
There are 16 host cities: 11 in the USA, 2 in Canada and 3 in Mexico.
Where is the 2026 World Cup final?
The final is at MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on 19 July 2026.
Where is the opening match?
The opening match is at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City on 11 June 2026.
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