1. World Cup 2026
2. Host cities

World Cup 2026 host cities

The World Cup 2026 host cities consist of 16 cities from Canada, the United States and Mexico. The host cities are spread over the 3 countries. On this page you will find everything about the host cities, including the matches per city, transportation and travel information, temperature and climate, photos, and background details.

FIFA confirmed the 16 selected host cities at a press conference on 16 June 2022. The press conference was broadcast live from New York and was attended by well-known presenters and major athletes.

These are the host cities of the 2026 World Cup:

• Atlanta
• Boston
• Dallas
• Guadalajara
• Houston
• Kansas City
• Los Angeles
• Mexico City
• Miami
• Monterrey
• New York/New Jersey
• Philadelphia
• San Francisco
• Seattle
• Toronto
• Vancouver

There are many other regions and communities in North America that are eager to contribute to the tournament in the form of Team Base Camps, Fan Fests and promoting the sport of soccer in the cities.

During the bidding process, 41 cities with 43 existing, fully operational venues with regular tenants (except Montreal) and 2 venues under construction submitted bids (3 venues in 3 cities in Mexico; 9 venues in 7 cities in Canada; 38 venues in 34 cities in the United States).

A first-round elimination cut nine venues and nine cities. A second-round elimination cut another nine venues in six cities, while three venues in three cities (Chicago, Minneapolis, and Vancouver) dropped out due to FIFA's unwillingness to discuss financial details.

After Montreal withdrew in July 2021 due to lack of provincial funding and support to renovate the Olympic Stadium, Vancouver rejoined the bid as a candidate city in April 2022, bringing the total number to 24 venues, each in its own city or metropolitan area.

On June 16, 2022, FIFA announced the sixteen host cities (2 in Canada, 3 in Mexico, 11 in the United States): Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Guadalajara, Kansas City, Dallas, Houston, Atlanta, Monterrey, Mexico City, Toronto, Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, and Miami.

Mexico City is the only capital of the three host nations chosen as a venue, with Ottawa and Washington, D.C., joining Bonn (West Germany, 1974) and Tokyo (Japan, 2002) as the only capital cities not selected to host World Cup matches.

Number of Matches per Host City

The table below shows how many matches each city will host. Dallas (9) has been assigned the highest number of matches, while Monterrey and Guadalajara (4) will host the fewest.

Cities	Number of Matches
Atlanta	8
Boston	7
Dallas	9
Guadalajara	4
Houston	7
Kansas City	6
Los Angeles	8
Mexico City	5
Miami	7
Monterrey	4
New York/New Jersey	8
Philadelphia	6
San Francisco	6
Seattle	6
Toronto	6
Vancouver	7
Total	104

Three regions for geographical grouping of the competitions

Host cities were grouped geographically to optimize travel for teams and fans, except for Canada and its opening-game opponent in Toronto. Four of the 12 groups were allocated to the Central region with 24 matches, three groups to the Western region, and the rest to the Eastern region, including a shared-region group with Canada.

Cities were divided into three regions:

Western Region

• Vancouver
• Seattle
• San Francisco
• Los Angeles

Central Region

• Guadalajara
• Mexico City
• Monterrey
• Houston
• Dallas
• Kansas City

Eastern Region

• Atlanta
• Miami
• Toronto
• Boston
• Philadelphia
• New York/New Jersey

Training complexes and facilities

The training complexes in the cities are all of high quality. The majority of these facilities already exist or are under development. A small number of training complexes must be renovated and the artificial grass must also be replaced by natural grass. United 2026 has found more than 150 sports accommodations and facilities prepared for the football tournament, including those of the Major League Soccer and Liga MX.

The facilities for teams and referees meet FIFA requirements. This means that the quality is high, but the travel times from the city to airports, stadiums and training complexes are also acceptable. United 2026 has selected 150 top quality facilities.

Each game city has very good infrastructure, hotels, medical care, technology companies. As a result, the minimum requirements of FIFA are well exceeded and a high-quality World Cup football is guaranteed.

Transport and travel to and from the host cities

Because the 2026 World Cup will be played in 3 countries, good transport across national borders is important. The national governments have promised that transport across borders will run smoothly. For this, the transport in the context of the World Championship will use special documents.

The host cities all have one or more international airports, so that football fans from all over the world can easily travel to the cities.

Travel between the host cities will mainly be by plane, as the cities are very far apart. The exception to this are the cities on the east coast of the US, where transport by road and train is also realistic.

Transport and travel in and around the host cities is sufficiently guaranteed in most cities. The infrastructure has enough capacity to handle the large crowds during a football match. Some cities need to expand their infrastructure for the 2026 World Cup.

Temperature and Climate in the Host Cities

The 2026 World Cup will take place in sixteen cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Although the tournament is held in the middle of summer, weather conditions vary widely: from cool mornings along the Pacific coast to hot and humid afternoons in the southern regions.

Understanding these climate patterns helps football fans choose their destination and pack appropriately for a comfortable match day. The values below reflect long-term average climate data for June and July.

• Atlanta: afternoon temperatures usually range between 31–32°C, with high humidity that makes it feel even warmer. Short, intense thunderstorms are common. Light and breathable clothing is essential.
• Boston: early-summer temperatures typically fall between 24–28°C. Humidity is moderate, and evenings can be cool. Occasional showers occur, so a light jacket is useful.
• Dallas: expect hot days with highs between 31–33°C. Sun exposure is strong, and some days can get even hotter. Bring sun protection and schedule indoor breaks around midday.
• Houston: temperatures generally reach 31–33°C combined with very high humidity. Afternoon showers are frequent. Pace your outdoor activities and stay hydrated.
• Kansas City: highs often sit around 28–30°C. Humidity is moderate, and thunderstorms may develop occasionally. A lightweight rain jacket can be helpful.
• Los Angeles: summers are pleasant, with temperatures between 24–28°C. Evenings cool down noticeably, especially near the coast. For evening matches, an extra layer is recommended.
• Miami: expect hot, humid days with highs around 31°C. Afternoon showers or thunderstorms are common. The ocean is warm, but humidity remains high throughout the day.
• New York & New Jersey: average temperatures in June and July usually range from 27–29°C, with moderate humidity. Evenings are comfortable. Thunderstorms can develop quickly.
• Philadelphia: afternoon temperatures typically fall between 29–31°C, with moderate to high humidity. Rain is possible but not daily. Comfortable walking shoes and sunscreen are recommended.
• San Francisco Bay Area: summer highs usually range from 18–22°C, while evenings can cool down significantly. Morning fog is common. Bring layers, as temperatures vary across neighborhoods.
• Seattle: one of the most comfortable host cities in summer, with highs around 21–24°C and low humidity. Light rain is possible, though summers are generally dry.
• Toronto: in June and July, temperatures typically range between 24–27°C. Humidity is moderate, and evenings may cool down. Short rain showers can occur.
• Vancouver: mild conditions with highs between 19–22°C. The relatively low humidity makes it a comfortable destination. Expect cool evenings and occasional light rain.
• Guadalajara: temperatures usually range from 28–29°C. June and July fall within the rainy season, so afternoon showers are common. Mornings are generally pleasant.
• Mexico City: because of its elevation, summer highs generally reach around 21–22°C. Afternoon showers are frequent. Bring extra layers for cooler evenings.
• Monterrey: typical summer temperatures are around 28–29°C, though strong sun can make it feel hotter. Rain is less frequent but still possible. Stay hydrated and seek shade on match days.

Atlanta

Population: 537.958
Altitude: 76-98 meters
Temperature: 30 degrees

Atlanta is considered by many as the cultural, commercial, transport, educational, and sports capital of the American South.

The city is emerging as a football hub and frequently hosts USA national team matches, alongside various youth football development programs. As a host city for the FIFA World Cup 2026, Atlanta will seize the opportunity to further promote the game and use football education programs to raise awareness about environmental issues.

With one of the most innovative and state-of-the-art stadiums in the country, Atlanta hopes that the World Cup will serve as a model for how new technologies can transform the live sports experience.

Fixtures Atlanta

#14) Mon 15 Jun 18:00		group H	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Spain		18:00		Cape Verde
#25) Thu 18 Jun 17:00		group A	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
UEFA Play-off D		17:00		South Africa
#38) Sun 21 Jun 18:00		group H	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Spain		18:00		Saudi Arabia
#50) Wed 24 Jun 18:00		group C	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Morocco		18:00		Haiti
#72) Sun 28 Jun 00:30		group K	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
FIFA Play-off 1		00:30		Uzbekistan
#80) Wed 01 Jul 17:00		1/16 final	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
1L		17:00		3EHIJK
#95) Tue 07 Jul 17:00		1/8 final	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
W86		17:00		W88
#102) Wed 15 Jul 20:00		1/2 final	Mercedes-Benz Stadium
W99		20:00		W100

Boston

Population: 4-794-447
Altitude: 13 meters
Temperature: 25 degrees

Boston is a city where people from all over the world come together to live, work, and play. It is a place where everyone brings their own values and traditions, continually contributing to the city’s development.

Boston's football tradition dates back to the founding of the Oneida Football Club in the late 19th century, one of the first football clubs outside of England. The club had an impressive record, remaining undefeated for most seasons between 1862 and 1867.

The city has hosted three FIFA championships: the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 1999 and 2003. Boston has teams in all the major professional sports, including the New England Revolution (MLS), New England Patriots (NFL), Boston Celtics (NBA), Boston Bruins (NHL), and the beloved Boston Red Sox (MLB).

Fixtures Boston

#5) Sat 13 Jun 18:00		group C	Gillette Stadium
Haiti		18:00		Scotland
#18) Tue 16 Jun 23:00		group I	Gillette Stadium
FIFA Play-off 2		23:00		Norway
#30) Fri 19 Jun 18:00		group C	Gillette Stadium
Scotland		18:00		Morocco
#45) Tue 23 Jun 18:00		group L	Gillette Stadium
England		18:00		Ghana
#61) Fri 26 Jun 18:00		group I	Gillette Stadium
Norway		18:00		France
#74) Mon 29 Jun 21:30		1/16 final	Gillette Stadium
1E		21:30		3ABCDF
#97) Thu 09 Jul 21:00		1/4 final	Gillette Stadium
W89		21:00		W90

Dallas

Population: 7.233.323
Altitude: 40 meters
Temperature: 31 degrees

Dallas boasts an impressively large youth football system, an incredible stadium, and experience hosting Super Bowls and numerous national team matches for both men and women in recent years. The city is ready for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

North Texas became home to the Dallas Burn in 1995, who played their first game in front of 27,779 fans. In 2004, the team was renamed FC Dallas. Today, the North Texas football community is one of the largest in the United States, with nearly 176,000 registered players.

The Dallas Cup, the largest international youth football event in the country, annually brings the world’s finest young players and more than 150,000 spectators to Dallas. Of special significance in Dallas and North Texas’ history is the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA, when six games were hosted, and FIFA established its tournament headquarters and the IBC in Dallas.

Fixtures Dallas

#11) Sun 14 Jun 18:00		group F	AT&T Stadium
Netherlands		18:00		Japan
#22) Wed 17 Jun 18:00		group L	AT&T Stadium
England		18:00		Croatia
#43) Mon 22 Jun 18:00		group J	AT&T Stadium
Argentina		18:00		Austria
#57) Fri 26 Jun 00:00		group F	AT&T Stadium
Japan		00:00		UEFA Play-off B
#70) Sat 27 Jun 18:00		group J	AT&T Stadium
Jordan		18:00		Argentina
#78) Tue 30 Jun 18:00		1/16 final	AT&T Stadium
2E		18:00		2I
#88) Fri 03 Jul 19:00		1/16 final	AT&T Stadium
2D		19:00		2G
#93) Mon 06 Jul 20:00		1/8 final	AT&T Stadium
W83		20:00		W84
#101) Tue 14 Jul 20:00		1/2 final	AT&T Stadium
W97		20:00		W98

Guadalajara

Population: 4.434.252
Altitude: 477 meters
Temperature: 23 degrees

The city of Guadalajara was a host city for the 1970 and 1986 FIFA World Cup Finals, a football venue during the 1968 Mexico Olympic Games, and hosted the 2011 Pan American Games.

Currently, there are two top division football teams: Club Deportivo/Chivas de Guadalajara (with a home-grown players policy) and Los Zorros de Atlas. Chivas is one of the ten founding members of the Mexican First Division and also owned Chivas USA, which played in Major League Soccer in Los Angeles from 2005 to 2014.

As in most Mexican cities, football is played every day in the streets and parks. But the city of Guadalajara is taking it further by establishing numerous projects to promote sports in schools, teaching children healthy lifestyles, developing social values, and fostering teamwork.

Fixtures Guadalajara

#2) Fri 12 Jun 03:00		group A	Estadio Akron
South Korea		03:00		UEFA Play-off D
#28) Thu 18 Jun 18:00		group A	Estadio Akron
Mexico		18:00		South Korea
#48) Wed 24 Jun 03:00		group K	Estadio Akron
Colombia		03:00		FIFA Play-off 1
#66) Fri 26 Jun 18:00		group H	Estadio Akron
Uruguay		18:00		Spain

Houston

Population: 6.772.470
Altitude: 4 meters
Temperature: 34 degrees

As one of the most diverse destinations in America, the city of Houston will leverage the power of the FIFA World Cup to bring communities together and showcase the city to the world.

The tournament will provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Houstonians, with the city harnessing the spirit of the event to leave a lasting legacy for football in the United States. Houston already supports many youth recreational programs and competitive clubs under the South Texas Youth Soccer Association (STYSA), with over 100,000 members.

Houston Dynamo became the fourth professional team in Houston. The Dynamo won back-to-back MLS Cups in 2006 and 2007 and are one of the top franchises in MLS. The city is also home to the Houston Astros (MLB), Houston Texans (NFL), and Houston Rockets (NBA).

Fixtures Houston

#10) Sun 14 Jun 18:00		group E	NRG Stadium
Germany		18:00		Curaçao
#23) Wed 17 Jun 18:00		group K	NRG Stadium
Portugal		18:00		FIFA Play-off 1
#35) Sat 20 Jun 18:00		group F	NRG Stadium
Netherlands		18:00		UEFA Play-off B
#47) Tue 23 Jun 18:00		group K	NRG Stadium
Portugal		18:00		Uzbekistan
#65) Fri 26 Jun 18:00		group H	NRG Stadium
Cape Verde		18:00		Saudi Arabia
#76) Mon 29 Jun 18:00		1/16 final	NRG Stadium
1C		18:00		2F
#90) Sat 04 Jul 18:00		1/8 final	NRG Stadium
W73		18:00		W75

Kansas City

Population: 2.104.509
Altitude: 81-84 meters
Temperature: 30 degrees

Kansas City has a diverse cross-section of American history, with roots that trace back to the western frontier as the starting point for the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe trails.

This is a passionate football city with a rich history of successful professional teams, from the Kansas City Spurs of the North American Soccer League to the Comets and Attack of indoor football, to the current-day MLS Sporting Kansas City and NWSL KC Current.

In addition to boasting professional teams in three major sports: Sporting Kansas City (MLS), KC Current (NWSL), Kansas City Chiefs (NFL), and Kansas City Royals (MLB), the city has hosted multiple FIFA World Cup qualifying matches, Concacaf Gold Cups, men’s and women’s Olympic qualifiers, the 2013 MLS All-Star game, and the 2013 MLS Cup Final.

Fixtures Kansas City

#19) Tue 16 Jun 18:00		group J	Arrowhead Stadium
Argentina		18:00		Algeria
#34) Sat 20 Jun 18:00		group E	Arrowhead Stadium
Ecuador		18:00		Curaçao
#58) Thu 25 Jun 18:00		group F	Arrowhead Stadium
Tunisia		18:00		Netherlands
#69) Sat 27 Jun 18:00		group J	Arrowhead Stadium
Algeria		18:00		Austria
#87) Sat 04 Jul 02:30		1/16 final	Arrowhead Stadium
1K		02:30		3DEIJL
#100) Sun 12 Jul 02:00		1/4 final	Arrowhead Stadium
W95		02:00		W96

Los Angeles

Population: 13.310.447
Altitude: 28 meters
Temperature: 27 degrees

During the FIFA World Cup 2026, Los Angeles will present one of the most diverse cities in America, supporting the promotion of human rights, environmental sustainability, and football.

Los Angeles was one of the founding cities of Major League Soccer (MLS) and was a proud home of the North American Soccer League a generation ago. Many historic football matches have been held at the Los Angeles Stadium, including the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA Final, the FIFA Women’s World Cup 1999 Final, and many key Concacaf Gold Cup matches.

These events have helped grow the sport, and today there are 130,000 registered players, 10,300 teams, and 240 leagues and clubs across Southern California. Los Angeles is the only city in the US with seven teams in the five major American sports leagues and two teams in MLS: Los Angeles Galaxy and Los Angeles FC.

Fixtures Los Angeles

#4) Fri 12 Jun 18:00		group D	Rose Bowl
United States		18:00		Paraguay
#15) Mon 15 Jun 18:00		group G	Rose Bowl
Iran		18:00		New Zealand
#26) Thu 18 Jun 20:00		group B	Rose Bowl
Switzerland		20:00		UEFA Play-off A
#39) Sun 21 Jun 18:00		group G	Rose Bowl
Belgium		18:00		Iran
#59) Fri 26 Jun 03:00		group D	Rose Bowl
UEFA Play-off C		03:00		United States
#73) Sun 28 Jun 20:00		1/16 final	Rose Bowl
2A		20:00		2B
#84) Thu 02 Jul 20:00		1/16 final	Rose Bowl
1H		20:00		2J
#98) Fri 10 Jul 20:00		1/4 final	Rose Bowl
W93		20:00		W94

Mexico City

Population: 20.137.152
Altitude: 669 meters
Temperature: 23 degrees

Football plays a significant role in the traditions of Mexico City and is the most practiced sport among its residents.

Mexico City is the only city in North America with three professional football teams: Club América, Club UNAM, and Cruz Azul. On average, 75 professional football matches are played in the city each year.

Mexico City has hosted two FIFA World Cup Finals, in 1970 and 1986. The city also hosted the first-ever Central American and Caribbean Games, as well as the Pan American Games and the 1968 Olympic Games. Mexico City has also held various other world-class events, such as the Formula 1 Mexico Grand Prix, as well as regular season games of the NFL and NBA.

Fixtures Mexico City

#1) Thu 11 Jun 18:00		group A	Azteca Stadium
Mexico		18:00		South Africa
#24) Wed 17 Jun 18:00		group K	Azteca Stadium
Uzbekistan		18:00		Colombia
#53) Thu 25 Jun 02:00		group A	Azteca Stadium
UEFA Play-off D		02:00		Mexico
#79) Wed 01 Jul 02:00		1/16 final	Azteca Stadium
1A		02:00		3CEFHI
#92) Mon 06 Jul 01:00		1/8 final	Azteca Stadium
W79		01:00		W80

Miami

Population: 6.066.387
Altitude: 3 meters
Temperature: 28 degrees

Whether you speak Spanish, English, Portuguese, or Creole, in Miami, everyone shares a common love for football and celebrates its premier event: the FIFA World Cup.

Football in Miami has a rich history at every level: from amateur to semi-professional and a history of professional football organizations that have participated in nearly every major professional league since the beginning of organized professional football in the United States.

Professional football in Miami started with the North American Soccer League's Miami Gatos in the late 1960s and early 1970s, followed by the Miami Toros in the mid-1970s and the Fort Lauderdale Strikers in the late 1970s and early 1980s. In 1998, Major League Soccer (MLS) created the Miami Fusion, but the team dissolved in 2002. Today, Inter Miami, owned by David Beckham, represents the city in MLS.

Fixtures Miami

#13) Mon 15 Jun 18:00		group H	Hard Rock Stadium
Saudi Arabia		18:00		Uruguay
#37) Sun 21 Jun 18:00		group H	Hard Rock Stadium
Uruguay		18:00		Cape Verde
#49) Wed 24 Jun 18:00		group C	Hard Rock Stadium
Scotland		18:00		Brazil
#71) Sat 27 Jun 18:00		group K	Hard Rock Stadium
Colombia		18:00		Portugal
#86) Fri 03 Jul 23:00		1/16 final	Hard Rock Stadium
1J		23:00		2H
#99) Sat 11 Jul 22:00		1/4 final	Hard Rock Stadium
W91		22:00		W92
#103) Sat 18 Jul 22:00		3/4th plac	Hard Rock Stadium
V101		22:00		V102

Monterrey

Population: 4.106.054
Altitude: 35 meters
Temperature: 33 degrees

Football is an integral part of Monterrey’s culture, home to two of Mexico's most prominent teams and fan bases. In 1945, Monterrey’s first professional football team, C.F. Monterrey, was established.

The 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, combined with C.F. Monterrey’s improved performance, turned football into a social phenomenon by 1973. In 1974, Tigres UANL earned a spot in the first division, creating a strong rivalry that has led to sold-out stadiums season after season.

The metropolitan area of Monterrey also includes the historic city of Guadalupe, first settled in 1716. Between 1880 and 1910, Monterrey developed from a regional commercial hub into the industrial capital of Mexico. Today, Monterrey is a bustling working hub with growing social diversity, where sports serve as a key social activity, uniting people regardless of income, social class, gender, or background.

Fixtures Monterrey

#12) Mon 15 Jun 03:00		group F	BBVA Bancomer Stadium
UEFA Play-off B		03:00		Tunisia
#36) Sat 20 Jun 18:00		group F	BBVA Bancomer Stadium
Tunisia		18:00		Japan
#54) Wed 24 Jun 18:00		group A	BBVA Bancomer Stadium
South Africa		18:00		South Korea
#75) Tue 30 Jun 02:00		1/16 final	BBVA Bancomer Stadium
1F		02:00		2C

New York / New Jersey

Population: 20.153.634
Altitude: 3 meters
Temperature: 27 degrees

With hundreds of thousands of youth players in the region, New York/New Jersey significantly grew the game from the grassroots level after hosting the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA, and expects to do so again after 2026.

New York/New Jersey has three professional football teams: NYCFC, New York Red Bulls, and NJ/NY Gotham FC, and a large youth football base that is expected to increase in both size and quality of play as interest in these teams grows.

Football in the region has always attracted large crowds. Highlights include Pele and the Cosmos in the 1970s, the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA (seven matches, including a quarter-final and semi-final), the FIFA Women’s World Cup 1999 (Opening Ceremonies and USA's opening round match), the Concacaf Gold Cup Final in 2009, and the Copa America Centenario Final in 2016, which drew a record crowd of 82,026.

Fixtures New York / New Jersey

#7) Sat 13 Jun 18:00		group C	MetLife Stadium
Brazil		18:00		Morocco
#17) Tue 16 Jun 18:00		group I	MetLife Stadium
France		18:00		Senegal
#41) Mon 22 Jun 18:00		group I	MetLife Stadium
Norway		18:00		Senegal
#56) Thu 25 Jun 18:00		group E	MetLife Stadium
Ecuador		18:00		Germany
#67) Sat 27 Jun 18:00		group L	MetLife Stadium
Panama		18:00		England
#77) Tue 30 Jun 22:00		1/16 final	MetLife Stadium
1I		22:00		3CDFGH
#91) Sun 05 Jul 21:00		1/8 final	MetLife Stadium
W76		21:00		W78
#104) Sun 19 Jul 20:00		final	MetLife Stadium
W101		20:00		W102

Philadelphia

Population: 6.070.500
Altitude: 4 meters
Temperature: 29 degrees

Philadelphia has a football heritage that dates back to the 19th century, and it was home to one of the earliest professional football clubs in the United States: the Phillies of the American League of Professional Football.

In the 1970s, the city saw the rise of the Atoms and Fury of the North American Soccer League (NASL), and in the 1980s and 1990s, indoor football took off with the Philadelphia Fever of the MISL and Philadelphia KiXX of the NPSL. In 2008, Philadelphia was awarded the 17th expansion team in MLS, the Philadelphia Union.

In 2003, Philadelphia Stadium opened with a highly anticipated, sold-out match featuring Manchester United and Barcelona, with 68,000 fans. That same year, the city hosted the FIFA Women’s World Cup USA 2003, drawing 56,000 fans, one of the largest crowds of the tournament.

Fixtures Philadelphia

#9) Sun 14 Jun 18:00		group E	Lincoln Financial Field
Ivory Coast		18:00		Ecuador
#29) Fri 19 Jun 18:00		group C	Lincoln Financial Field
Brazil		18:00		Haiti
#42) Mon 22 Jun 22:00		group I	Lincoln Financial Field
France		22:00		FIFA Play-off 2
#55) Thu 25 Jun 18:00		group E	Lincoln Financial Field
Curaçao		18:00		Ivory Coast
#68) Sat 27 Jun 18:00		group L	Lincoln Financial Field
Croatia		18:00		Ghana
#89) Sat 04 Jul 22:00		1/8 final	Lincoln Financial Field
W74		22:00		W77

San Francisco

Population: 4.679.166
Altitude: 7 meters
Temperature: 19 degrees

The San Francisco Bay Area encompasses the metropolitan areas of San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose and is the cultural and financial hub of Northern California.

Since 1967, the Bay Area has been home to professional football teams from the San Jose, San Francisco, and Oakland areas. The region has also hosted international matches during the 1984 Olympics, the 1994 FIFA World Cup USA, and the FIFA Women’s World Cup USA 1999.

In recent years, San Francisco Bay Area Stadium has hosted the Concacaf Gold Cup, the Copa America Centenario, and the International Champions Cup. Alongside these official competitions, the region has hosted hundreds of international exhibitions featuring teams like Real Madrid, Barcelona, Chelsea, Arsenal, Manchester United, Chivas, Club America, and Bayern Munich.

Fixtures San Francisco

#8) Sat 13 Jun 18:00		group B	Levi's Stadium
Qatar		18:00		Switzerland
#20) Tue 16 Jun 18:00		group J	Levi's Stadium
Austria		18:00		Jordan
#31) Fri 19 Jun 05:00		group D	Levi's Stadium
UEFA Play-off C		05:00		Paraguay
#44) Mon 22 Jun 18:00		group J	Levi's Stadium
Jordan		18:00		Algeria
#60) Thu 25 Jun 18:00		group D	Levi's Stadium
Paraguay		18:00		Australia
#81) Thu 02 Jul 01:00		1/16 final	Levi's Stadium
1D		01:00		3BEFIJ

Seattle

Population: 3.798.902
Altitude: 48 meters
Temperature: 22 degrees

Seattle is one of the healthiest and greenest cities in the nation, eager to host an environmentally friendly event.

With some of the most ardent and passionate fans in Major League Soccer (MLS), the Seattle Sounders are a thriving club, while many youth players are developing the game at the grassroots level. Additionally, the RAVE Foundation is building urban, accessible football fields and futsal courts for free play, dedicated to open community use.

Seattle has consistently attracted large, passionate crowds for professional matches. In the early years of the NASL, the Seattle Sounders were consistently among the league’s attendance leaders, with more than 20,000 attendees per game. In 1976, an exhibition game between the New York Cosmos and Pele drew a sellout crowd of 58,000, a North American record at the time.

Fixtures Seattle

#16) Mon 15 Jun 18:00		group G	CenturyLink Field
Belgium		18:00		Egypt
#32) Fri 19 Jun 18:00		group D	CenturyLink Field
United States		18:00		Australia
#52) Wed 24 Jun 20:00		group B	CenturyLink Field
UEFA Play-off A		20:00		Qatar
#63) Fri 26 Jun 18:00		group G	CenturyLink Field
Egypt		18:00		Iran
#82) Wed 01 Jul 21:00		1/16 final	CenturyLink Field
1G		21:00		3AEHIJ
#94) Tue 07 Jul 01:00		1/8 final	CenturyLink Field
W81		01:00		W82

Toronto

Population: 6.346.000
Altitude: 92 meters
Temperature: 25 degrees

Toronto has hosted significant international football events starting with Canada’s first entry in FIFA World Cup qualifiers back in 1957. And as arguably the most multicultural city in the world, Toronto is truly the world in one city.

The city staged further fixtures at the 1976 Olympic Football Tournament, the 1974 Concacaf Youth Championship, the 1987 FIFA U-16 World Tournament, the 1998 Concacaf Women’s Championship, the FIFA U-20 World Cup Canada 2007, and the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Canada 2014.

Toronto supports professional franchises in several sports: Toronto FC (MLS), Maple Leafs (NHL), Raptors (NBA), Blue Jays (MLB), Argonauts (CFL), Wolfpack (RFL), and Rock (NLL). The greater city also includes Toronto FC II, the Toronto FC academy program, and Canada Soccer’s Ontario Regional Super Centre for young women footballers.

Fixtures Toronto

#3) Fri 12 Jun 20:00		group B	BMO Field
Canada		20:00		UEFA Play-off A
#21) Wed 17 Jun 18:00		group L	BMO Field
Ghana		18:00		Panama
#33) Sat 20 Jun 18:00		group E	BMO Field
Germany		18:00		Ivory Coast
#46) Tue 23 Jun 18:00		group L	BMO Field
Panama		18:00		Croatia
#62) Fri 26 Jun 20:00		group I	BMO Field
Senegal		20:00		FIFA Play-off 2
#83) Fri 03 Jul 00:00		1/16 final	BMO Field
2K		00:00		2L

Vancouver

Population: 675.218
Altitude: 65 meters
Temperature: 17 degrees

Welcome to Vancouver, where mountains, ocean, and football come together. As a world-class destination with an impressive track record of hosting major sporting events, Vancouver was a host city for the FIFA Women’s World Cup Canada 2015.

Vancouver staged nine incredible matches during the 2015 Women’s World Cup, including the final where the USA defeated Japan to win their third world title and first since 1999.

The city is home to MLS team Vancouver Whitecaps FC. The club was founded in 2009 and three years later became the first Canadian side to qualify for the MLS Cup Playoffs. The Whitecaps have won two Canadian Championships, in 2015 and 2022.

Canada’s national team ace Alphonso Davies is the Whitecaps’ most celebrated player. Davies’ eye-catching performances earned him a move to European heavyweights Bayern Munich, where he has established himself as a key player.

Fixtures Vancouver

#6) Sat 13 Jun 05:00		group D	BC Place
Australia		05:00		UEFA Play-off C
#27) Thu 18 Jun 18:00		group B	BC Place
Canada		18:00		Qatar
#40) Sun 21 Jun 18:00		group G	BC Place
New Zealand		18:00		Egypt
#51) Wed 24 Jun 18:00		group B	BC Place
Switzerland		18:00		Canada
#64) Fri 26 Jun 18:00		group G	BC Place
New Zealand		18:00		Belgium
#85) Fri 03 Jul 04:00		1/16 final	BC Place
1B		04:00		3EFGIJ
#96) Tue 07 Jul 21:00		1/8 final	BC Place
W85		21:00		W87

Proposed and dropped host cities

23 host cities for the 2026 World Cup have been proposed by the US, Canada and Mexico. United 2026 has proposed more cities than FIFA mandates.

7 of the 23 proposed cities have been dropped, leaving 16 cities for the World Cup. The fallen cities are:

• Baltimore
• Cincinnati
• Denver
• Edmonton
• Montreal (dropped out earlier)
• Nashville
• Orlando
• Washington DC

Baltimore

Population: 2.798.886
Altitude: 0-46 meters
Temperature: 32 degrees

Cincinnati

Population: 2.165.139
Altitude: 45 meters
Temperature: 23 degrees

Denver

Population: 2.853.077
Altitude: 1.609 meters
Temperature: 29 degrees

Edmonton

Population: 1.411.000
Altitude: 203 meters
Temperature: 21 degrees

Montréal

Population: 4.138.000
Altitude: 230meters
Temperature: 24 degrees

Nashville

Population: 1.865.298
Altitude: 55 meters
Temperature: 30 degrees

Orlando

Population: 2.441.257
Altitude: 25 meters
Temperature: 27 degrees

Washington DC

Population: 6.131.977
Altitude: 38 meters
Temperature: 29 degrees

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16 host cities for the 2026 World Cup have been selected in the US, Canada and Mexico. The 16 cities are spread across the 3 host countries.

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