North America to Host 48-Team World Cup 2026 with Full Groups and Schedule Revealed
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FIFA World Cup 2026 will be hosted by Canada, Mexico and the United States from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 venues and 104 matches, expanding to 48 teams. The tournament features a group stage (June 11–27) followed by knockout rounds starting with the Round of 32, culminating in the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey (renamed New York New Jersey Stadium for the event). The opening match is in Mexico City, and the full Groups A–L lineup has been released. Stadium renaming has been used to curb ambush marketing for brands not affiliated with FIFA.
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