WORLD CUP 2026Mexico v South Africa · Estadio Azteca · 11 June 2026View all fixtures
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When does the FIFA World Cup 2026 start?
The FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off on 11 June 2026 at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, with host nation Mexico in the opening match. The final is on 19 July 2026 at MetLife Stadium near New York.
How many teams play at the 2026 World Cup?
A record 48 teams play at World Cup 2026 — up from 32. They are drawn into 12 groups of four, and the tournament runs across 104 matches, the most in World Cup history.
Which countries are hosting the 2026 World Cup?
World Cup 2026 is co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico across 16 host cities, including New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Miami, Toronto, Vancouver and Mexico City.
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