The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place from June 11 to July 19, 2026 in the USA, Canada and Mexico. 48 teams compete in 104 matches for the World Cup title.
The 2026 World Cup is the first to feature 48 teams. It is co-hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico — the first time three countries have jointly hosted a World Cup. The group stage consists of 12 groups of 4 teams, with the top two teams from each group and the 8 best third-placed teams advancing to the knockout rounds.