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The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a historic event as it will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This tournament will also be the first to feature an expanded format, increasing the number of teams from 32 to 48.

Matches are expected to be held in various cities across the three countries, showcasing a diverse range of venues and cultures. The event promises to be exciting, with new opportunities for teams to qualify and more matches to enjoy.

World Cup 2026 Format

The 2026 World Cup will feature a new format with 48 teams, divided into 16 groups of three. Here’s how the tournament will likely play out:

    1. Group Stage: Each team will play two matches in their group. The top two teams from each group (based on points) will advance to the knockout stage.
    2. Knockout Stage: This stage will include:
      Round of 32: The 32 teams that qualify (16 group winners and runners-up) will compete in single-elimination matches.
      Round of 16: Winners from the Round of 32 move on.
      Quarterfinals: The eight winners advance.
      Semifinals: The four winners compete for a spot in the final.
      Final and Third Place Match: The two semifinal winners play for the championship, while the two semifinal losers play for third place.

The tournament will feature a mix of established Football/Soccer nations and emerging teams, making for an exciting competition.

World Cup 2026 Host Cities

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted across several cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Here are some of the expected host cities:

United States

  • Atlanta, Georgia (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)
  • Boston, Massachusetts (Gillette Stadium in Foxborough)
  • Dallas, Texas (AT&T Stadium in Arlington)
  • Houston, Texas (NRG Stadium)
  • Kansas City, Missouri (Arrowhead Stadium)
  • Los Angeles, California (SoFi Stadium in Inglewood)
  • Miami, Florida (Hard Rock Stadium)
  • New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium in East Rutherfo
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania (Lincoln Financial Field)
  • San Francisco/Bay Area, California (Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara)
  • Seattle, Washington (Lumen Field)

Canada

  • Toronto (BMO Field)
  • Vancouver (BC Place)

Mexico

  • Guadalajara (Estadio Akron)
  • Mexico City (Estadio Azteca)
  • Monterrey (Estadio BBVA)

These cities will provide a diverse backdrop for the tournament, each bringing its own unique culture and football history.

World Cup Points

In the World Cup group stage, teams earn points based on their match results. Here's how the points system works:

  • Win: 3 points
  • Draw: 1 point
  • Loss: 0 points

At the end of the group stage, the teams in each group are ranked based on their total points. If teams have the same number of points, tiebreakers are applied in the following order:

  • Goal Difference: The difference between goals scored and goals conceded.
  • Goals Scored: The total number of goals scored in all group matches.
  • Head-to-Head Results: The results of matches between the tied teams.
  • Fair Play Points: Points based on yellow and red cards received.
  • Drawing of Lots: If still tied, it can come down to a random draw.

The top two teams from each group advance to the knockout stage.