FIFA World Cup 2026 Hosts Announced
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FIFA has officially announced that the 2026 World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The decision was made during a FIFA Council meeting in Zurich, Switzerland, on June 13, 2018.
The joint bid, known as the United 2026 bid, was selected over Morocco's bid to host the tournament. The selection process involved evaluating the bids based on various criteria, including infrastructure, sustainability, and financial plans.
This will be the first time that three nations will co-host a FIFA World Cup. The tournament is scheduled to take place from June 8 to July 3, 2026. It will feature 48 teams, an expansion from the current 32-team format.
The United 2026 bid proposed 23 venues across the three countries, with the final to be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The bid also emphasized the economic benefits and the potential for significant infrastructure development in the host countries.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that the decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams was a historic moment for the sport, aiming to increase global participation and engagement.
CONTEXT/BACKGROUND: The FIFA World Cup is one of the most prestigious and widely viewed sporting events globally. The decision to co-host the 2026 tournament among the United States, Canada, and Mexico marks a significant milestone in the event's history, reflecting FIFA's efforts to broaden the tournament's reach and impact.
