Last Updated: April 4, 2026

Your complete fan guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup across 16 host cities in the USA, Mexico, and Canada. Schedules, tickets, travel guides, and everything you need for the biggest World Cup in history.

World Cup 2026: The Complete Fan Hub

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⚽ June 11 – July 19, 2026

World Cup 2026 Fan Hub

The biggest FIFA World Cup ever: 48 teams, 104 matches, 16 cities across the USA, Mexico & Canada. Everything you need — schedules, tickets, travel tips — all in one place.

48 Teams
104 Matches
16 Host Cities
3 Countries
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Complete Guide

Schedule & Groups

All 48 teams sorted into 12 groups, every match date from June 11 to July 19, and the full knockout bracket. Know exactly when your team plays and where.

  • ✅ All 12 group stage pools with seedings
  • ✅ Match-by-match schedule for all 104 games
  • ✅ Knockout round bracket & key dates
  • ✅ Venue assignments for every round
Read Full Schedule →
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Buying Guide

How to Buy Tickets

FIFA ticket sales are confusing on purpose. We break down every sales phase, price tier, resale option, and money-saving trick so you don’t overpay or miss out.

  • ✅ Step-by-step buying process explained
  • ✅ Prices by round: $35 group stage to $1,600 final
  • ✅ Official resale platform & last-minute tips
  • ✅ City-by-city price comparison grid
Read Tickets Guide →
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16 Cities Covered

Host City Travel Guide

Where to stay, what to eat, how to reach the stadium, and where the best fan zones are — for all 16 host cities across three countries.

  • ✅ 11 US cities + 3 Mexican + 2 Canadian
  • ✅ Budget breakdown: $150–$500+/night by city
  • ✅ Stadium transit & fan zone locations
  • ✅ Insider tips from local knowledge
Read Travel Guide →
Buyer's Guide

Best Gear & Merchandise

The 8 best products for playing, watching, and celebrating the World Cup — from the official Adidas Trionda match ball to budget fan kits.

  • ✓ Official match balls & jerseys
  • ✓ 4K TVs & speakers for watch parties
  • ✓ Budget fan accessories from $25
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Packing Guide

Top 10 Things to Pack

The essential packing list for World Cup 2026 fans traveling across the USA, Mexico & Canada — from power banks to travel adapters, tested and ranked.

  • ✓ Power banks, adapters & travel tech
  • ✓ Stadium-approved bags & gear
  • ✓ Heat protection & comfort essentials
Read Packing Guide →

Quick Facts

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USA 11 cities — New York/NJ, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Miami, Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Kansas City, Boston
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Mexico 3 cities — Mexico City (Azteca), Guadalajara, Monterrey
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Canada 2 cities — Toronto, Vancouver
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The Final July 19, 2026 at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey

Key Dates

Jun 11
Opening Match Mexico vs. TBD at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City
Jun 11–28
Group Stage 12 groups of 4 teams, top 2 + 8 best third-place advance
Jun 29–Jul 2
Round of 32 Single-elimination knockout rounds begin
Jul 4–6
Round of 16 The intensity ramps up — no more second chances
Jul 9–12
Quarter & Semi-Finals Best 8 and then 4 teams battle for a spot in the final
Jul 19
🏆 The Final MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey — the biggest match in football

⚡ This hub is updated as FIFA releases new info. Bookmark it and check back before you book flights or buy tickets.