Fifa 2026 Schedule And Venues: What Every Fan Needs to Know
The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially on, and the tournament’s schedule and venues have been unveiled. With three host nations—Canada, Mexico, and the United States—spread across 16 cities, fans can expect a truly North‑American spectacle. This guide breaks down the key dates, match locations, and practical tips so you can plan the ultimate World Cup experience.
Full Tournament Timeline
The Fifa 2026 Schedule And Venues structure follows a familiar format: 48 teams, 80 matches, and a 32‑day run‑off. Below is a quick round‑up of the major phases:
- Group Stage: June 8 – July 2
- Round of 32: July 4 – July 8
- Round of 16: July 11 – July 15
- Quarter‑finals: July 18 – July 20
- Semi‑finals: July 24 – July 25
- Third‑place Play‑off: July 28
- Final: July 30
All match times will be listed in local time zones, with the majority of games in the Eastern (EDT) and Central (CDT) zones of the United States, plus Pacific (PDT) for West Coast venues.
Host Cities and Stadiums
Sixteen stadiums have been approved, each offering modern amenities and a distinct regional flavor. Below is an alphabetical list of the venues, grouped by country.
Canada
- Toronto – BMO Field (capacity ~55,000)
- Vancouver – BC Place (capacity ~68,000)
- Montréal – Stade Saputo (capacity ~40,000)
Mexico
- Mexico City – Estadio Azteca (capacity ~87,000)
- Guadalajara – Estadio Jalisco (capacity ~73,000)
- Monterrey – Estadio BBVA (capacity ~53,000)
- Ciudad Juárez – Estadio Olímpico (capacity ~45,000)
United States
- Atlanta – Mercedes-Benz Stadium (capacity ~71,000)
- Boston – Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) (capacity ~65,000)
- Dallas – AT&T Stadium (capacity ~80,000)
