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?

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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