2026 World Cup Host Cities: USA, Canada and Mexico Venues Explained
United States Venues
New York MetLife Stadium
The largest-capacity venue hosts the final on July 19. Located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, it seats over 82,000.
Los Angeles SoFi Stadium
Modern NFL stadium with a roof and climate control, hosting matches including a semifinal. Capacity reaches 70,000 for soccer configuration.
Mexico and Canada
Azteca Stadium Returns
Mexico City's Estadio Azteca is the only venue to have hosted two World Cup finals (1970 and 1986). It returns for group matches.
Toronto and Vancouver
Canada's two venues mark the country's first World Cup hosting role, with BMO Field and BC Place both receiving upgrades.
Travel and Fan Experience
Cross-Border Movement
CONCACAF negotiations simplify visa requirements for travelling fans moving between all three host nations during the tournament.
Time Zone Spread
Matches span six time zones. Schedule planners ensure key knockout matches fall in prime television windows for the largest global audiences.