Who is hosting the World Cup in 2026?

The FIFA World Cup in 2026 will be jointly hosted by three North American countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This tournament is significant as it marks the first time in history that the World Cup will be co-hosted by three nations and the first North American World Cup since 1994. Here are the key details about the hosting of the FIFA World Cup in 2026:

Host Countries and Cities

The tournament will be divided among 16 cities across the three host countries. The United States will host the majority of the matches with 11 cities, including Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami, Boston, and New York. Mexico's venues include Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City, while Canada will host matches in Vancouver and Toronto.

Automatic Qualification

As hosts, Canada, Mexico, and the United States are already confirmed as automatic qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup 2026. This means that these three countries will occupy three of the Concacaf slots for the tournament.

Participating Teams

The 2026 World Cup will see the participation of 48 teams, an increase of 16 teams from the previous editions. The allocation of places by continental confederations has already been defined, with each confederation receiving a specific number of direct spots and inter-confederation play-off places. This allocation ensures a diverse representation of teams from different parts of the world.

Stadiums

A total of 16 stadiums have been chosen to host the games, making it the most since the 2002 World Cup held in Korea/Japan. These venues are set to showcase the best of international football, providing a platform for the participating teams to compete on a global stage.

the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a historic event, bringing together the footballing talents of 48 teams from around the world. With Canada, Mexico, and the United States jointly hosting the tournament, football fans can expect an exciting and diverse celebration of the beautiful game.

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