Host Cities

World Cup 2026 host city guide

Where is the match, what local time is kick-off, how do you reach the stadium, and where should you stay?

MetLife Stadium exterior, East Rutherford, New Jersey Final city

New York New Jersey

MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford)

9 matches

The final will be held at MetLife Stadium. NYC has excellent public transit — book tickets and lodging early.

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SoFi Stadium, Inglewood, California Host spotlight

Los Angeles

SoFi Stadium (Inglewood)

9 matches

One of the host-team spotlight cities. SoFi Stadium offers a world-class experience — watch for LA rush hour.

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Estadio Azteca, Mexico City Opening match

Mexico City

Estadio Azteca

6 matches

Opening-match city. Estadio Azteca sits at ~2,200 m altitude — allow time to acclimatize.

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BMO Field, Toronto Canada opener

Toronto

BMO Field

6 matches

Canada's opening-match city. BMO Field is downtown by the lake with pleasant summer weather.

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AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas Semi-final city

Dallas

AT&T Stadium (Arlington)

9 matches

Semi-final venue. AT&T Stadium features a giant video screen — prepare for hot Texas summers.

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Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California Bay Area

San Francisco Bay Area

Levi's Stadium (Santa Clara)

6 matches

Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. The Bay Area has cool evenings — bring a layer.

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Gillette Stadium, Foxborough, Massachusetts Quarter-final city

Boston

Gillette Stadium (Foxborough)

7 matches

Quarter-final venue. Gillette Stadium is ~40 km from downtown — take the shuttle bus.

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NRG Stadium, Houston, Texas Round-of-16 city

Houston

NRG Stadium

7 matches

NRG Stadium is climate-controlled with a retractable roof. Depart early to beat Houston traffic.

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Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia Round-of-16 city

Philadelphia

Lincoln Financial Field

6 matches

Lincoln Financial Field is easy to reach. Rich in US history — great for pre-match sightseeing.

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Lumen Field, Seattle, Washington Round-of-16 city

Seattle

Lumen Field

6 matches

Lumen Field is right downtown. Seattle summers are mild and pleasant with good transit links.

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Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, Georgia Semi-final city

Atlanta

Mercedes-Benz Stadium

8 matches

Semi-final venue. Mercedes-Benz Stadium has a retractable roof and direct MARTA rail access.

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Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, Florida Third-place city

Miami

Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens)

7 matches

Third-place match venue. Hard Rock Stadium is in Miami Gardens — expect summer rain, bring an umbrella.

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Estadio Akron, Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico Mexico venue

Guadalajara

Estadio Akron

4 matches

Estadio Akron at ~1,560 m altitude. A traditional Mexican football city with vibrant atmosphere.

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Estadio BBVA, Monterrey, Mexico Mexico venue

Monterrey

Estadio BBVA

4 matches

Estadio BBVA sits near the mountains. Summers are hot and dry — stay hydrated and use sunscreen.

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Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City, Missouri Quarter-final city

Kansas City

Arrowhead Stadium

6 matches

Quarter-final venue. Arrowhead Stadium has large parking lots — reserve a spot in advance.

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BC Place Stadium, Vancouver, British Columbia Round-of-16 city

Vancouver

BC Place

7 matches

BC Place is downtown. Vancouver offers beautiful summer scenery with SkyTrain direct to the stadium.

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Sources and update notice

This is an unofficial viewing guide. Not affiliated with FIFA, tournament organisers or any broadcaster.

Schedule, ticket and broadcast information is updated based on public data from FIFA, official ticketing platforms and authorised broadcasters.

Site rebuilt: 2026-06-20 (刚刚)

Last checked: 2026-04-10

Source: FIFA World Cup 2026 official match schedule PDF