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
2025	Defensa Y Justicia	37	1	1	6.92
2025	Necaxa	15	0	0	6.71
2024	Defensa Y Justicia	26	0	0	6.85
2023	Defensa Y Justicia	33	1	3	6.85
2022	Defensa Y Justicia	44	3	3	7.05
2021	Racing Club	8	0	0	6.90
2021	Defensa Y Justicia	24	0	1	6.73
2019	Godoy Cruz	20	0	2	6.66
2018	Godoy Cruz	5	0	0	6.58
2017	Racing Club	2	0	0	6.75

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