48 teams. 16 cities. 104 matches. 39 days.
The greatest sporting event in human history — bigger than ever. North America hosts the first 48-team World Cup. The final is at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, on 19 July 2026.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the 23rd edition of football's greatest tournament — and the most ambitious in history. For the first time, three nations co-host: the United States, Mexico and Canada. For the first time, 48 teams compete (up from 32 in 2022). 104 matches across 16 stadiums over 39 days. A prize pool exceeding $1 billion. And billions of people watching worldwide.
The tournament runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026. Mexico kicks things off with the opening match against South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City — the same stadium that hosted the legendary 1970 and 1986 finals. The final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, the largest stadium in the USA, on 19 July 2026.
The new format features 12 groups of 4 teams. The top 2 from each group plus the 8 best third-place teams advance to a new Round of 32 — a first in World Cup history. Spain, Argentina, France and England were seeded to ensure they cannot meet before the semi-finals, giving fans the prospect of a dream final between any two of the world's elite.
Spain lead the outright odds following their Euro 2024 title. France and England are close behind, with Argentina (defending champions) and Brazil rounding out the top five. Odds from major platforms — get verified ID via 365CBTF to access these markets instantly.
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The draw took place on 5 December 2025 at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. Spain, Argentina, France and England were seeded to opposite sides of the bracket — they cannot meet before the semi-finals. Below are all 12 groups with their teams.
16 host cities across three countries. The USA hosts 78 of the 104 matches, including all knockout stage games from the quarter-finals onward. AT&T Stadium in Dallas hosts the most matches (9). MetLife Stadium in New Jersey hosts the final.
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