With a record-setting 48 teams participating in the World Cup, a large number of stadiums will be necessary to accommodate 104 matches. This tournament will be uniquely hosted across three countries—marking a historical first—in 16 different cities. Here’s what you should know:
When and where will the draw take place? How can I watch it?
The draw for the World Cup is scheduled for Friday, December 5th, at 12:00 PM ET/9:00 AM PT, located at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, DC. Viewers can catch it live on FOX, and it will also be available for streaming on FOX One, FOXSports.com, and the FOX Sports app. Coverage starts with a pre-show at 11:30 a.m. ET/8:30 a.m. PT.
The draw itself will run from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM ET, followed by continued coverage on FOX until 3:00 PM ET, featuring real-time analysis, reactions, and interviews.
When is the World Cup?
The tournament will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The finals are set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. Fans can enjoy complete coverage across the FOX networks and the FOX Sports app, which will include live games, highlights, commentary, and more.
Who is organizing the World Cup?
This will be the first time the World Cup is hosted by three nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Previously, in 2002, the event was co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, making this a significant milestone in World Cup history.
In 2026, the majority of the 104 matches will occur in the United States, with 78 games across 11 cities. Canada and Mexico will each host 13 matches in two and three cities, respectively.
What cities and stadiums are involved in the World Cup?
The event will span 16 cities across the three nations, many of which are well-known as home fields for NFL teams.
Canada
- Toronto (BMO Field)
- Vancouver (BC Place)
Mexico
- Guadalajara (Akron Stadium)
- Mexico City (Azteca Stadium)
- Monterrey (BBVA Stadium)
United States
- Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
- Boston (Gillette Stadium)
- Dallas (AT&T Stadium)
- Houston (NRG Stadium)
- Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium)
- Kansas City (Arrowhead Stadium)
- Miami (Hard Rock Stadium)
- New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)
- Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field)
- San Francisco/Bay Area (Levi’s Stadium)
- Seattle (Lumen Field)
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Fan Take: This World Cup matters profoundly for soccer fans as it represents an unprecedented opportunity to witness global talent showcased across North America. Hosting in multiple countries not only elevates the excitement but also signifies the sport’s growing footprint in a popular culture embracing soccer more than ever.
