Question 1

When does the 2026 FIFA World Cup start?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

Where is the 2026 World Cup Final?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

How many teams are in the 2026 World Cup?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 4

How many host cities are there?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

How many matches will be played?

Accepted Answer

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

Season	Team	Apps	Goals	Assists	Rating
2026	Sarpsborg 08 FF	8	0	0	6.68
2025	Sarpsborg 08 FF	23	0	0	6.65
2024	Sarpsborg 08 FF	15	0	0	6.51
2023	Sarpsborg 08 FF	13	0	0	6.45
2022	Sarpsborg 08 FF	25	1	2	6.68
2021	Sarpsborg 08 FF	28	0	0	6.92
2020	Sarpsborg 08 FF	29	0	0	6.71
2019	Sarpsborg 08 FF	14	2	3	6.96
2018	Tromso	27	1	0	6.80
2017	Tromso	28	1	0	6.89
2016	Tromso	27	0	0	7.03

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