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Host Cities

Explore the 16 venues across USA, Mexico, and Canada

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United States Host Cities (11)

Atlanta, Georgia

Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta

Stadium: Mercedes-Benz Stadium

Capacity: 71,000

Opened: 2017

Home to the Atlanta Falcons (NFL) and Atlanta United FC (MLS), this state-of-the-art stadium features a retractable roof and the world's largest 360-degree halo video board.

Expected Matches: Group stage, Round of 32, Round of 16, Quarterfinals

Boston, Massachusetts

Gillette Stadium in Boston

Stadium: Gillette Stadium

Capacity: 65,878

Opened: 2002

Home to the New England Patriots (NFL) and New England Revolution (MLS), Gillette Stadium is located in Foxborough, approximately 22 miles southwest of downtown Boston.

Expected Matches: Group stage, Round of 32, Round of 16

Mexico Host Cities (3)

Mexico City

Estadio Azteca in Mexico City

Stadium: Estadio Azteca

Capacity: 87,523

Opened: 1966

The iconic Estadio Azteca will make history as the first stadium to host matches in three different World Cups (1970, 1986, and 2026). It's home to Club América and the Mexico national football team.

Expected Matches: Group stage, Round of 32, Round of 16

Canada Host Cities (2)

Toronto, Ontario

BMO Field in Toronto

Stadium: BMO Field (expanded)

Capacity: 45,000 (after temporary expansion)

Opened: 2007

Home to Toronto FC (MLS) and the Canadian national team, BMO Field will undergo expansion to meet FIFA's capacity requirements for the World Cup.

Expected Matches: Group stage, Round of 32

Vancouver, British Columbia

BC Place in Vancouver

Stadium: BC Place

Capacity: 54,500

Opened: 1983 (renovated 2011)

BC Place features a retractable roof and serves as home to the Vancouver Whitecaps FC (MLS) and BC Lions (CFL). The stadium previously hosted matches during the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup.

Expected Matches: Group stage, Round of 32

Expert Opinions

"The selection of these 16 cities represents a perfect blend of iconic soccer venues and modern stadiums. The 2026 World Cup will showcase not only the best of football but also the incredible diversity and hospitality of North America."
- Carlos Hernandez, Football Stadium Expert
"Having matches in iconic venues like Estadio Azteca alongside cutting-edge stadiums like SoFi Stadium will create an unprecedented World Cup experience. The geographic spread also ensures that the tournament truly belongs to all of North America."
- Sarah Johnson, Sports Tourism Analyst

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