The highly anticipated FIFA World Cup schedule is officially here. This global soccer spectacle runs from June 11 through July 19, 2026. Therefore, excitement is building dramatically across the host nation. The massive 48-team tournament culminates on American soil. Specifically, the World Cup Final will electrify MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey.
Team USA now knows its initial path through this prestigious competition. The United States Men’s National Team (USMNT) will anchor Group D. Their first opponents include Australia and Paraguay. Furthermore, they await a determined European Playoff Winner to complete their challenging bracket. This draw offers a strong, yet navigable, qualification road for the Americans.
The action starts on June 11 in Mexico City’s iconic Estadio Azteca. All games from the quarter finals onward will shift entirely to the United States. Fans can look forward to incredible matches across 11 dynamic US host cities. These venues include Atlanta, Dallas, Los Angeles, and Seattle. Moreover, the knockout stage begins immediately after the group play ends on June 27. Consequently, the Round of 32 starts quickly on June 28. Ultimately, the quest for the ultimate prize finishes in New Jersey on July 19. The world’s biggest sporting event is rapidly approaching.
