The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on 11 June 2026 and will be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It is the first World Cup in history to be organized by three countries.

This edition will also be the largest ever, featuring 48 teams instead of the traditional 32. As a result, more nations will have the opportunity to compete on football’s biggest stage.

The opening match will be played in Mexico City, marking the start of a month-long competition that will captivate millions of fans worldwide.

The tournament will include more than one hundred matches across multiple cities and modern stadiums in North America. Teams from every continent will compete for the prestigious World Cup trophy.

Many of the world's top football stars are expected to participate, making the tournament one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year.

Football fans around the world are preparing for weeks of excitement, dramatic matches, and unforgettable moments as nations battle for the title of world champion.

The final is scheduled for July, when one team will lift the most coveted trophy in international football and write its name into sporting history.