The 2026 World Cup will mark a before and after in the history of soccer. For the first time, the FIFA World Cup will be played in three countries jointly: the United States, Mexico and Canada, a bid that was submitted in 2017 and ended up beating Morocco in the final vote.
The tournament will feature 48 teams, an expanded format that will increase the number of matches and the need for world-class infrastructure. In total, FIFA confirmed 16 official venues, 11 of which will be located in the United States, consolidating the country as the main host of the event.
United States, the hub of the 2026 World Cup
After winning the bid for the 2026 World Cup, CONCACAF initially presented 49 stadiums in 44 cities as possible venues.
After technical, logistical and infrastructure evaluations, FIFA narrowed down the list to the final venues.
The official designation was made at an event led by Gianni Infantino in New York, where the final distribution was confirmed:
11 locations in the U.S., three in Mexico and two in Canada.
The U.S. stadiums chosen for the 2026 World Cup stand out for their capacity, technology, connectivity and previous experience in major sporting events, from Super Bowls to international finals.
United States stadiums for the 2026 World Cup
These are the 11 stadiums that will host 2026 World Cup matches in the United States, along with their host city and approximate capacity:
1. Mercedes-Benz Stadium – Atlanta – 71,000 spectators
2. Gillette Stadium – Boston – 68,756
3. AT&T Stadium – Dallas – 80,000
4. NRG Stadium – Houston – 72,220
5. Arrowhead Stadium – Kansas City – 76,416
6. SoFi Stadium – Los Angeles – 70,000
7. Hard Rock Stadium – Miami – 65,326
8. MetLife Stadium – New York / New Jersey – 82,500
9. Lincoln Financial Field – Philadelphia – 67,594
10. Levi’s Stadium – San Francisco Bay Area – 68,500
11. Lumen Field – Seattle – 72,000
The tournament will feature 48 teams
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A World Cup designed for Latin fans
The choice of these venues also responds to the high presence of Latino communities in key cities such as Los Angeles, Miami, Dallas, Houston and New York.
This makes the 2026 World Cup an especially significant event for Hispanics living in the United States.
With modern stadiums, strategic locations and a multicultural fan base, the United States will be the epicenter of world soccer in 2026, offering a unique experience for both local and international fans.
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