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.

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?

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

How many host cities are there?

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

How many matches will be played?

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

Zakaria Al Sudani

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia33 yrs

Player

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27 July 1992

Born

Age

186 cm cm

Height

80 kg kg

Weight

Midfield

Typical role

Saudi Arabia

Nationality

Recent form

vs Al Taee

Pro League · 2–0

81'7.0

@ Al-Fayha

Pro League · 2–3

90'7.5

vs Al Taawon

Pro League · 1–1

90'6.9

@ Al-Hilal Saudi FC

Pro League · 0–7

82'6.6

vs Al-Hazm

Pro League · 1–1

90'7.3

Season by season

Season	Team	Apps	Goals	Assists	Rating
2024	Abha	2	0	0	6.95
2023	Abha	20	3	0	7.15
2022	Abha	27	2	0	6.85
2021	Al Baten	27	2	1	6.84
2020	Al Baten	29	0	3	6.88
2016	Al Khaleej Saihat	18	1	0	6.66

Discipline

Yellow cards

Red cards

165

Fouls

Frequently asked questions

Which team does Zakaria Al Sudani play for?+

Zakaria Al Sudani represents Saudi Arabia.

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