World Cup 2026: All to know six months before FIFA tournament starts

Al JazeeraCenterEN 7 min read 100% complete by Andrew Semple,Kevin HandDecember 11, 2025 at 05:00 PM
World Cup 2026: All to know six months before FIFA tournament starts

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With six months until kickoff, the 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, is rapidly approaching. The tournament, beginning June 11 in Mexico City, will be the largest ever, featuring 48 teams and lasting 39 days. Forty-two teams have already qualified, and over two million tickets have been sold. Games will be held in 16 cities across the three countries: 11 in the US, three in Mexico, and two in Canada. The final will be played at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. All stadiums are already in place, with some undergoing upgrades in preparation for the event.

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