The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the most expansive tournament yet, with 104 matches taking place across North America. This year, the United States, Mexico, and Canada will jointly host the event, marking the first time three countries have shared hosting duties. The tournament will feature 48 teams, a significant increase from previous years.
Matches in Texas
Texas will play a significant role in the World Cup, with matches scheduled in Dallas and Houston. On June 14, the Netherlands will face Japan in Dallas, while Germany will play Curaçao in Houston. Additionally, on June 20, the Netherlands will compete against Sweden in Houston, and on June 22, Argentina will play Austria in Dallas.
Opening Matches
The tournament kicks off on June 11 in Mexico City, with Mexico playing South Africa and Korea Republic taking on Czechia. The matches will continue across various cities, including Toronto, Los Angeles, and Boston, among others.
Knockout Rounds
The knockout rounds will begin on June 28, with the Round of 32, followed by the Round of 16 from July 4 to July 7. The quarterfinals are scheduled for July 9 to July 11, and the semifinals will take place on July 14 and 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.
Final Match
The World Cup Final is set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, concluding the five-week-long tournament.
Original reporting: WQAD (Quad Cities) — read the source article.
