2026 World Cup Host Cities:
Facts, Clubs, and Stadiums
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The 2026 World Cup host cities are set to make history with matches across the United States of America, Canada, and Mexico.
This comprehensive guide provides essential details about each city, including its state, founding year, population, area, local football clubs, and the stadiums where World Cup matches will be played.
United States Host Cities
Atlanta, Georgia
Founded in 1837, Atlanta has a population of approximately 500,000 and covers an area of 134.0 square miles (346.4 km²).
It is home to Atlanta United FC and will host matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Boston, Massachusetts
Founded in 1630, Boston has about 700,000 residents and an area of 48.4 square miles (125.8 km²).
The city is home to New England Revolution and matches will be played at Gillette Stadium (Foxborough).
Dallas, Texas
Dallas, founded in 1841, has a population of around 1.3 million and spans 343.3 square miles (889.8 km²).
FC Dallas is based here, with World Cup games scheduled at AT&T Stadium (Arlington).
Houston, Texas
Founded in 1836, Houston has about 2.3 million citizens and covers 671.0 square miles (1,737.0 km²).
Houston Dynamo FC represents the city, and matches will be played at NRG Stadium.
Kansas City, Missouri
Kansas City, founded in 1838, has a population of approximately 500,000 and an area of 319.0 square miles (825.7 km²).
Sporting Kansas City is the local team, and games will be held at Arrowhead Stadium.
Los Angeles, California
Founded in 1781, Los Angeles boasts a population of around 4 million and covers 503.0 square miles (1,303.6 km²).
The city hosts LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC. World Cup matches will be held at SoFi Stadium (Inglewood).
Miami, Florida
Miami was founded in 1896, has a population of approximately 470,000, and an area of 56.6 square miles (146.7 km²).
Inter Miami CF is the local club, and World Cup games will be hosted at Hard Rock Stadium.
New York/New Jersey
Founded in 1666 (New Jersey), the New York/New Jersey metro area has a population of about 8.5 million and covers 118.0 square miles (305.8 km²) (East Rutherford).
New York Red Bulls and NYCFC are the local teams, with matches taking place at MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford).
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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, founded in 1682, has a population of around 1.6 million and an area of 142.7 square miles (369.5 km²).
Philadelphia Union is the local team, and the stadium for World Cup matches will be Lincoln Financial Field.
San Francisco/Bay Area, California
Founded in 1776, the San Francisco/Bay Area has about 880,000 residents and covers 47.9 square miles (124.5 km²).
San Jose Earthquakes is the local club, and World Cup games will be held at Levi’s Stadium (Santa Clara).
Seattle, Washington
Seattle, founded in 1851, has a population of approximately 750,000 and an area of 142.5 square miles (369.1 km²).
Seattle Sounders FC represents the city, with matches scheduled at Lumen Field.
Canada Host Cities
Toronto, Ontario
Toronto was founded in 1793, has about 2.8 million residents, and covers 243.3 square miles (630.2 km²).
Toronto FC is the local team, and the stadium for World Cup matches will be BMO Field.
Vancouver, British Columbia
Founded in 1886, Vancouver has a population of around 650,000 and an area of 44.4 square miles (115.2 km²).
Vancouver Whitecaps FC is the local club, and World Cup games will be hosted at BC Place.
Mexico Host Cities
Mexico City
Founded in 1325, Mexico City has a population of approximately 9 million and covers 573.0 square miles (1,485.2 km²).
The city is home to Club América, Cruz Azul, and Pumas UNAM. Matches will be held at Estadio Azteca.
Guadalajara
Guadalajara, founded in 1542, has about 5 million residents and an area of 248.2 square miles (643.6 km²).
Chivas Guadalajara and Atlas are the local teams, and World Cup games will take place at Estadio Akron.
Monterrey
Founded in 1596, Monterrey has a population of approximately 1.1 million and covers 165.0 square miles (427.6 km²).
Monterrey (Rayados) and Tigres UANL are the local clubs, with matches scheduled at Estadio BBVA.
Looking Forward to 2026
The anticipation for the 2026 World Cup host cities is growing, as these dynamic locations prepare to welcome fans from around the globe. Each city brings its own unique flair and football heritage to the tournament.
With top-notch stadiums and passionate local teams, the 2026 World Cup is set to offer an unforgettable experience for everyone involved.
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