World Cup 2026 Host Cities in USA, Mexico, Canada
There are 16 host cities for World Cup 2026 in USA, Mexico and Canada.
They are Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, Philadelphia, San Francisco and Seattle in the United States; Mexico City, Monterrey, and Guadalajara in Mexico, and Toronto and Vancouver in Canada.
USA
Atlanta
Atlanta, the capital of Georgia, is one of the most important cities in the American South. Founded in 1837 as a railroad hub, it played a significant role in the American Civil War (1861-1865) and later became a center of the Civil Rights Movement.
Today, the city has a population of around 500,000 people making it the 37th largest city in the USA by population, while the metropolitan area is home to more than 6 million residents. Visitors can enjoy top attractions such as Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, the Atlanta Botanical Garden, and Piedmont Park.
Stadium
Mercedes Benz Stadium (Atlanta Stadium during the tournament) opened in 2017 and is the home of the NFL's Atlanta Falcons and MLS side Atlanta United. It will stage 8 games in total during the 2026 World Cup including games in Group A, Group C, Group H and Group K.
Atlanta Stadium will have a capacity of 67,382 for the World Cup in 2026.
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Recommended properties near the stadium include the Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta at Centennial Olympic Park and the Omni Atlanta Hotel at Centennial Park.
Boston
Boston, the capital of Massachusetts, is one of the oldest and most historically significant cities in the United States. Founded in 1630, it played a central role in the American Revolution, including events such as the Boston Tea Party in 1773.
Today, the city of Boston has a population of about 650,000 people, with nearly 5 million living in the greater metropolitan area. Visitors can explore such attractions as the Freedom Trail, Fenway Park, Boston Common, the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, and Faneuil Hall Marketplace. Boston offers a blend of colonial history, prestigious universities including Harvard University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and a lively culture. Indeed, Boston is one of America's most interesting cities.
Stadium
Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts opened in 2002 and is the home of the NFL's New England Patriots and New England Revolution of the MLS. To be known as Boston Stadium for the duration of the tournament, it will have a capacity of around 65,000 for the World Cup and stage 7 games in total including matches in Group C (two of Scotland's games), Group I and Group L (England vs Ghana).
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Recommended properties near the stadium include the Renaissance Boston Patriot Place and the Hilton Garden Inn Foxborough/Patriot Place.
Dallas
Dallas, in Texas, is a major economic and cultural center in the southern United States. Founded in 1841, the city grew rapidly through the cotton, oil, and railroad industries and has now become a focal point for banking, technology, and telecommunications.
The city has a population of about 1.3 million people, while the wider metropolitan area is home to more than 8 million residents.
Things to see include The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, which chronicles the life and assassination of President John F. Kennedy, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden, Dallas Museum of Art, Reunion Tower, and the Perot Museum of Nature and Science.
Stadium
AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas opened in 2009 and is the home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys. The 70,000-capacity arena will stage 9 games in total - the most of any stadium at World Cup 2026 - including games in Group F, Group L (England v Croatia) and Group J.
Accommodation in Dallas
Close to the stadium in the Richard Greene Linear park is the Loews Arlington Hotel & Convention Center and the Live! by Loews - Arlington, Texas, both upmarket properties.
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Houston
Houston, the largest city in Texas, was founded in 1836 and named after Sam Houston, a key figure in Texas's fight for independence from Mexico. The city grew rapidly through shipping, oil production, and later the aerospace industry, becoming home to the renowned NASA space program.
Houston has a population of about 2.3 million people, making it the fourth-largest city in the United States. Visitors to Houston can enjoy Space Center Houston (with over 400 space artifacts, historic flown spacecraft, and the world's largest collection of moon rocks on public display), the Houston Museum of Natural Science, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston with a collection of 80,000 works, Houston Zoo, and the centrally-located Buffalo Bayou Park with public art and a popular skatepark.
Stadium
NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas opened in 2002 and is the home of the NFL's Houston Texans. During the 2026 tournament it will be known as Houston Stadium to comply with FIFA regulations on sponsorship names. After the end of the World Cup the stadium name will revert to Reliant Stadium/Reliant Park. The stadium will stage 7 games in total during the 2026 World Cup.
Find Hotels in Houston
Fans wishing to stay near the stadium can choose from the Holiday Inn Houston S - NRG Area - Med Ctr by IHG, the SpringHill Suites by Marriott Houston Medical Center/NRG Park or Hyatt Place Houston Medical Center.
Kansas City
Kansas City (KC), located primarily in the state of Missouri, was founded in the mid-19th century as a river port and grew into an important transportation and livestock-trading center. Known for its distinctive jazz heritage and world-famous barbecue, the city played a significant role in the development of the American Midwest.
KC has a population of about 510,000 people, while the metropolitan area is home to more than 2.2 million residents. Tourist attractions include the National World War I Museum and Memorial, Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Union Station Kansas City (which includes museums and Science City), Country Club Plaza (an historic shopping center dating from 1923), and Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium.
Stadium
Kansas City Stadium (GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium) opened in 1972 and is the 76,416-capacity home of the NFL's Kansas City Chiefs.
The stadium will stage 6 games in total during the 2026 World Cup including a quarterfinal and games in Group J, Group E and Group F - Netherlands v Tunisia.
Where To Stay in Kansas City
Spectators wishing to stay near the venue can choose from the Best Western Plus Kansas City Sports Complex Hotel, the Hotel Lotus Kansas City Stadium or Extended Stay America Select Suites - Kansas City - Stadium.
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Los Angeles
Los Angeles (the "City of Angels") is the largest city in California and the second-most populous city in the United States after New York with around 3.8 million people. Founded in 1781 by Spanish settlers, LA is known for its entertainment industry, diverse culture, beaches, and year-round mild climate. It is one of the USA's most-visited cities.
Its top attractions include the Hollywood Sign (first erected in 1923), the Griffith Observatory with panoramic city views, astronomy exhibits, and excellent views of the Hollywood Sign, Santa Monica Pier with an amusement park, restaurants, and oceanfront scenery, The Getty Center (art collections, architecture, and beautiful gardens), and Universal Studios Hollywood - a popular theme park and working film studio offering rides and behind-the-scenes experiences.
Stadium
Situated in the heart of the greater Los Angeles area on the former Hollywood Park Racetrack site, SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles Stadium) is part of the Hollywood Park entertainment development alongside venues such as The Forum (an indoor arena built in the 1960s) and Intuit Dome (now home of the NBA's Los Angeles Clippers).
70,000-capacity SoFi Stadium will stage 8 games in total during the World Cup including games in Group D - co-hosts USA v Paraguay, Group G - Iran v New Zealand and Group B.
Find Hotels in LA
Los Angeles has thousands of places to stay to suit most budgets. Some recommendations close to SoFi Stadium include the Hollywood Park Motel, the Airport Motel and the Days Inn by Wyndham Los Angeles LAX Airport / Stadium Area.
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Miami
Miami, located in southeastern Florida, was officially incorporated in 1896 and developed rapidly due to its coastal location and growing tourism industry. The city today has a population of approximately 450,000 residents, while the greater metropolitan area is home to over 6 million people.
Known for its multicultural atmosphere, vibrant nightlife, and beautiful beaches, Miami is one of the most visited cities in the United States. Top attractions include popular South Beach, the Art Deco Historic District (the world's largest collection of Art Deco architecture), Bayside Marketplace, Vizcaya Museum & Gardens (built as the lavish winter estate of industrialist James Deering between 1914 and 1922), and the amazing Everglades National Park, a 1.5 million-acre subtropical wilderness.
Stadium
Hard Rock Stadium opened in 1987 and is the home of the NFL's Miami Dolphins and the Miami Hurricanes, a college football team. The stadium will stage 7 games in total during the 2026 World Cup including games in Group H, Group C - Scotland v Brazil and Group K - Colombia v Portugal.
Staying in Miami
Recommended properties reasonably near Hard Rock Stadium include the Miami Gardens Inn & Suites and the Hampton Inn & Suites Ft. Lauderdale/Miramar.
New York
New York City, the largest city in the United States, was originally established by the Dutch as New Amsterdam in 1624 before coming under British control and being renamed New York in 1664.
NY has a population of approximately 8.5 million residents and is a global center for finance, culture, media, and commerce. Known as "The Big Apple," the city attracts millions of visitors each year. Its top attractions include the Statue of Liberty (constructed in France between 1876 and 1884 and erected in 1886), Central Park, Times Square, the Empire State Building, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art - one of the world's largest and most comprehensive art museums, founded in 1870.
Stadium
MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey opened in 2010 and is the home of the NFL's New York Giants and New York Jets. The huge 78,576-capacity stadium will stage 8 games altogether during the 2026 World Cup including the final. The stadium is in East Rutherford, New Jersey but only five miles from downtown New York and Manhattan.
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Recommended places to stay reasonably close to the stadium in NJ include the Hampton Inn Carlstadt - At The Meadowlands and the Extended Stay America Suites- Meadowlands - East Rutherford.
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Philadelphia
Philadelphia, founded in 1682 by William Penn, is one of the oldest and most historically significant cities in the United States. It played a central role in the American Revolution and was the site where the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were debated and adopted.
Philadelphia has a population of approximately 1.6 million residents, making it the largest city in Pennsylvania and one of the nation's major cultural and economic centers. Philly is known for its long history, diverse neighborhoods, and vibrant arts scene.
Philly native and Soccerphile contributor Sanborn Brown brings you best of his home city. Read on.
The Philadelphia Museum of Art is one of the largest and most famous art museums in the United States. It is well known for its impressive collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts from around the world. Visitors also enjoy climbing the “Rocky Steps” outside the museum, made famous by the movie Rocky.
Reading Terminal Market is a historic indoor market that offers a wide variety of fresh food and local specialties. It is a popular place to try Philadelphia foodie faves such as cheesesteaks and Pennsylvania Dutch baked goods. The market is lively and attracts both visiting tourists and local residents every day.
The Barnes Foundation is an art museum known for its outstanding collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings. It features works by famous artists such as Renoir, Picasso, and Matisse. The museum is also admired for the unique way its artworks are arranged in carefully designed displays.
Chinatown in Philly is a vibrant neighborhood filled with Chinese restaurants, shops, and cultural landmarks. The area is famous for its colorful Friendship Gate, which welcomes visitors into the community. It is a great place to experience Asian culture and enjoy authentic food in Philadelphia.
The Eastern State Penitentiary is a historic former prison that once held some of America’s most famous criminals, including gangster Al Capone. It is known for its unique design and its role in shaping modern prison systems. Today, the site operates as a museum where visitors can explore the old cellblocks and learn about USA prison history.
Stadium
Lincoln Financial Field opened in 2002 and is the home of the NFL's Philadelphia Eagles and the Temple Owls American football team of Temple University. The stadium will stage 6 games altogether during the 2026 World Cup including matches in Group E, Group C, Group I and Group L.
San Francisco
San Francisco, located on California's northern coast, was founded in 1776 as a Spanish mission and grew rapidly during the California Gold Rush of 1849. With a population of approximately 800,000 residents the city is known as a global hub for technology, innovation, and culture.
SF's top attractions include the Golden Gate Bridge (completed in 1937), Alcatraz Island aka "The Rock" which once held famous criminals like Al Capone and "Machine Gun" Kelly, Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Park, and the city's historic cable cars - the world's last manually operated cable car system.
Stadium
Situated in Santa Clara, part of wealthy Silicon Valley, in the San Francisco Bay area, Levi's Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area Stadium) opened in 2014 and is the home of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers.
The venue will stage 6 games in total including matches in Group B, Group J and Group D.
Source Accommodation in San Francisco
Hotels close to the stadium in upmarket Santa Clara include the Hilton Santa Clara, the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara and Santa Clara Marriott, all with 4 stars.
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Seattle
Seattle, located in the Pacific Northwest of Washington State, was founded in the 1850s and developed as a major port city supported by logging, shipping, and later the technology industry. Seattle has a population of approximately 780,000 residents and is known for its innovation, scenic waterfront, and a thriving cultural scene.
Surrounded by mountains and water, Seattle offers a pleasing blend of urban life and natural beauty. Its top tourist attractions include the 605-foot-tall Space Needle originally built for the 1962 World's Fair, Pike Place Market, Chihuly Garden and Glass (a celebration of the renowned glass artist Dale Chihuly), the picturesque Seattle Waterfront, and the interesting Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP), which opened in 2000.
Stadium
Situated south of downtown Seattle, the Lumen Field stadium opened in 2002 and is the home of the NFL's Seattle Seahawks, Seattle Sounders FC of Major League Soccer and Seattle Reign FC of the National Women's Soccer League (NWSL). Lumen Field is one of three stadiums on the West Coast of the USA along with SoFi Stadium in LA and Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara. In addition BC Place Vancouver in Canada is 230 km north of Seattle.
To be known as Seattle Stadium to comply with FIFA regulations on sponsorship during the World Cup, the venue will stage 6 games in total including host USA's game with Australia.
Hotels in Seattle
A selection of recommended hotels close to Lumen Field includes the Silver Cloud Hotel - Seattle Stadium, right at the stadium itself, Embassy Suites by Hilton Seattle Downtown Pioneer Square just to the north and the Best Western Plus Pioneer Square Hotel Downtown.
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Mexico
Mexico City
Mexico City is Mexico's largest city and the capital of the country. It is the second largest city in the Americas behind Sao Paulo in Brazil.
Indeed, Mexico City has a population of over 9 million in the city proper and more than 20 million in the greater metropolitan area. Originally founded in 1325 as Tenochtitlan by the Mexica people, it became the center of the Aztec Empire before being conquered by Spanish forces led by Hernán Cortés in 1521. The city was subsequently rebuilt as the colonial capital of New Spain.
Today, Mexico City blends ancient history with modern culture, offering world-renowned attractions such as the Zócalo, one of the largest city plazas in the world, the Palacio de Bellas Artes, and the nearby pyramids of Teotihuacan, making it a cultural hub of art, cuisine, and heritage. Mexico City is roughly 1,000-1,100 kilometers (620-680 miles) from the nearest point on the United States-Mexico border.
Stadium
Estadio Azteca is Mexico's most iconic football stadium, located in the southern part of Mexico City, with a seating capacity of over 80,000. Opened in 1966, it is one of the few stadiums in the world to have hosted two FIFA World Cup finals (1970 and 1986) and serves as the home ground of Club América and the Mexican national team. Two icons of the world game have lifted the World Cup at the stadium, Pele in 1970 and Maradona in 1986.
The opening game of the 2026 tournament Mexico v South Africa will take place at the Azteca on June 11 (the first stadium to host three FIFA World Cup opening matches). The ground will also host two other group matches in groups A & K, plus a Round of 32 fixture and a Round of 16 game. During the regular Mexican soccer season it is known as Estadio Banorte for sponsorship reasons.
Monterrey
Monterrey is the capital of the state of Nuevo León and one of Mexico's most important industrial and business centers. The city has about 1.1 million residents, with roughly 5.3 million people in the greater metropolitan area. Thus Monterrey is the third largest city in Mexico but the population of its greater urban area ranks it second on the list after Mexico City.
Founded in 1596, Monterrey grew steadily during the colonial era but expanded rapidly in the late 19th and 20th centuries as it became an industrial center for steel, cement, and manufacturing in northern Mexico.
Surrounded by dramatic mountains such as Cerro de la Silla, Monterrey offers attractions including the riverside park Paseo Santa Lucía and the scenic Parque Fundidora, a former steel foundry turned cultural complex.
Monterrey lies only about 220 kilometers (135 miles) from the USA-Mexico border at Laredo, Texas. This is roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive, making it one of Mexico's closest major cities to the United States.
Stadium
Estadio BBVA (Estadio Monterrey for World Cup 2026) is a state-of-the-art football stadium in Guadalupe, part of the greater Monterrey metro area. Opened in 2015, it seats about 53,000 spectators and is home to C.F. Monterrey (Rayados). Known for its striking mountain backdrop near Cerro de la Silla, the stadium has hosted Liga MX finals, international matches, and major concerts. It is known as "El Gigante de Acero" ('The steel giant'). During the 2026 tournament the ground will be called Estadio Monterrey and will host four matches, three group games and one Round of 32 fixture.
Monterrey's other big club is Tigres UANL who play at the Estadio Universitario which hosted several matches during the 1986 FIFA World Cup.
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Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco and Mexico's second-largest metropolitan area after Mexico City, with about 1.4 million people in the city and roughly 5 million in the greater metro area. Founded in 1542 during the Spanish colonial period, it became a key center of agriculture, trade, and culture in western Mexico. Guadalajara is widely regarded as the birthplace of mariachi music and an important cultural center of Mexican traditions.
Top visitor attractions include the historic Guadalajara Cathedral (built in phases between 1561 and 1618), the neoclassical Teatro Degollado, and the nearby town of Tequila, known for its namesake spirit and agave landscapes. The city lies about 1,600 kilometers (1,000 miles) from the nearest USA-Mexico border crossing (such as near Nogales), roughly a 14-16 hour drive, depending on the route.
The killing of Mexican drug lord Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes in February 2026, and retaliatory violence by his Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG) in and around Guadalajara, has raised safety concerns ahead of the 2026 World Cup in Jalisco state. The Mexican President, Claudia Sheinbaum, insists there are "no risks" and a huge state security operation is in place.
Stadium
Estadio Akron (Estadio Guadalajara) is a modern football stadium located in Zapopan, part of the greater Guadalajara metropolitan area. Opened in 2010, it seats around 49,000 spectators and is the home of Liga MX club C.D. Guadalajara (Chivas). The stadium has hosted major international matches, including games during the 2011 Pan American Games and Copa Libertadores. Its former names include Estadio Omnilife and Estadio Chivas. During World Cup 2026 it will be known as Estadio Guadalajara and will stage four group games in groups A, K and H.
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Canada
Toronto
Toronto is Canada's largest city and the capital of the Canadian province of Ontario. It has a population of about 3 million in the city proper and over 6 million in the Greater Toronto Area, making it the 4th largest city in North America and a major economic, financial and cultural hub.
Founded in the late 18th century as the British settlement of York, it grew rapidly through immigration and trade and was renamed Toronto in 1834.
Today, the city is known for its diversity (about half of its residents were born outside of Canada) and landmarks such as the 553.33 meter-tall CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum, Canada's largest museum, and the Art Gallery of Ontario, founded back in 1900.
Add to the mix vibrant local neighborhoods, professional sports teams (Toronto Maple Leafs - NHL, Toronto Raptors - NBA, Toronto Blue Jays - MLB, Toronto FC - MLS, and a lively waterfront on Lake Ontario.
Toronto lies very close to the United States: the nearest U.S. border is across Lake Ontario, roughly 50 km (30 miles) away, while the major land border crossing at Niagara Falls is about 130 km (80 miles) to the south.
Stadium
BMO Field (Toronto, Ontario) - 45,736 capacity.
BMO was Canada's first soccer-specific stadium and the home of Toronto FC. It is located at Exhibition Place near the city's waterfront. When the stadium first opened in 2007, BMO Field held 12 games for the FIFA U-20 World Cup and the ground has also staged the MLS Cup in 2010.
The ground will stage 6 games at the 2026 tournament when the venue will be known as Toronto Stadium. These are five group stage matches including Canada's opening game in Group B and one round of 32 match.
Hotels in Canada
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Accommodation options in Toronto include the 5-star Hotel X by Hyatt, the Soho Hotel, also with 5 stars and the Sutton Place Hotel, with 4 stars.
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Vancouver
Vancouver is a major coastal city in British Columbia, with a population of about 675,000 in the city proper (making it the third-largest metropolitan area in Canada after Toronto and Montreal) and roughly 2.6 million in the wider metropolitan area.
Originally inhabited by Indigenous peoples for thousands of years, it developed in the late 19th century as a logging and port town and was incorporated in 1886, quickly growing due to trade, immigration, and its Pacific location.
Situated between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is known for its natural beauty and mild climate.
The city's main attractions include Stanley Park (its largest urban park), Granville Island (a vibrant cultural and culinary hub), Gastown (the city's historic birthplace and a National Historic Site), Vancouver Aquarium (home to over 65,000 animals), nearby ski resorts like Whistler, and a lively food and arts scene. The city's major sports teams are the Canucks (NHL) and Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS).
Vancouver is also very close to the United States, with the nearest U.S. border at Blaine, Washington, approximately 45 km (28 miles) south of downtown.
Stadium
BC Place (Vancouver, British Columbia) - 54,500 capacity.
BC Place Stadium is Vancouver's largest sports and entertainment venue, originally opened in 1983 and revitalized with a major renovation in 2011, which added its distinctive retractable roof - the largest of its kind in the world when completed.
Located in the heart of downtown, the stadium is home to the BC Lions (CFL) and Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS). It also regularly hosts concerts, international soccer matches (including the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup Final), and other major events such as the 2010 Winter Olympics ceremonies.
The stadium has a seating capacity of up to 54,500, depending on the event configuration.
The ground will stage 7 games at the 2026 tournament when the venue will be known as BC Place Vancouver. These are five group stage matches including two of Canada's group games in Group B, one round of 32 match and one round of 16 fixture.
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