For the first time, a World Cup is split across three host nations. The United States carries the bulk with eleven cities, Mexico has three and Canada two. Every match from the quarter finals onward is on US soil, ending at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey on July 19.
United States (11 cities)
| City | Stadium |
|---|---|
| New York / New Jersey | MetLife Stadium (hosts the final) |
| Dallas | AT&T Stadium |
| Atlanta | Mercedes-Benz Stadium |
| Los Angeles | SoFi Stadium |
| Miami | Hard Rock Stadium |
| Houston | NRG Stadium |
| Philadelphia | Lincoln Financial Field |
| Seattle | Lumen Field |
| San Francisco Bay Area | Levi's Stadium |
| Boston | Gillette Stadium |
| Kansas City | Arrowhead Stadium |
Mexico (3 cities)
Mexico City's Estadio Azteca hosted the opener on June 11, its third World Cup opening match after 1970 and 1986. No other stadium in the world has done that. Guadalajara's Estadio Akron and Monterrey's Estadio BBVA complete the Mexican trio.
Canada (2 cities)
Toronto's BMO Field and Vancouver's BC Place bring the World Cup to Canada for the first time in the men's tournament's history.
Why the geography matters for viewers
Four time zones separate Vancouver from Boston, which scatters kickoff times more than any previous tournament. A match in Seattle and a match in New York on the same day can kick off five hours apart in your local time. Check kickoff conversions on our schedule page, and where to actually watch on the free streams guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the World Cup 2026 final?
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on July 19, 2026.
Which stadium hosted the World Cup 2026 opening match?
Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, its record third World Cup opener after 1970 and 1986.
How many host cities does World Cup 2026 have?
Sixteen: eleven in the USA, three in Mexico and two in Canada.