When does the 2026 FIFA World Cup start?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026, with the opening match at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.

Where is the 2026 World Cup Final?

The Final will be held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey (New York metro area) on July 19, 2026.

48 teams will compete in the 2026 World Cup — the first time the tournament has been expanded from 32 to 48 teams.

16 host cities across 3 countries: 11 in the USA, 3 in Mexico, and 2 in Canada.

104 matches will be played over 39 days, from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

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