World Cup 2026: The Complete Guide to Every Group Stage Venue & Match City

Planning to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Working out where to watch which teams? Here is the complete city-by-city guide to every group stage venue — what matches are played there, when, and what each city has to offer World Cup visitors.

New York / New Jersey — MetLife Stadium

MetLife Stadium hosts the tournament's most prestigious matches — including the Grand Final on July 19. Group stage fixtures include France vs Senegal (June 16) and Panama vs England (June 27). New York City, just 8 miles away, offers the world's greatest concentration of diverse football fans and the most vibrant Fan Zone experience of any host city. Getting there: NJ Transit direct from Penn Station, 8 minutes.

Dallas — AT&T Stadium (Arlington)

At 94,000 capacity, AT&T Stadium is the tournament's largest venue. Dallas hosts England vs Croatia (June 17), Argentina vs Jordan (June 27), and several knockout round matches. The city's enormous Texas hospitality, warm summer weather, and world-class dining scene make it one of the tournament's most welcoming host cities. Fan zones are planned across downtown Dallas and the Deep Ellum entertainment district.

Los Angeles — SoFi Stadium (Inglewood)

SoFi Stadium — one of the most modern venues in North America — hosts Belgium vs Iran (June 14) and several knockout matches. Los Angeles brings its unparalleled entertainment culture, diversity, and year-round sunshine to the World Cup experience. The city's enormous Latino and international communities ensure that every match at SoFi will have a passionate, multicultural atmosphere unlike anywhere else in the tournament.

Miami — Hard Rock Stadium

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens hosts the third-place play-off on July 18 — as well as Portugal vs Colombia (June 27) and several earlier matches. Miami's Latin American heritage makes it one of the most naturally football-mad host cities in the entire tournament. Fan zones along South Beach and in Brickell are expected to be among the tournament's most electric public gathering points.

Mexico City, Guadalajara & Monterrey

Mexico's three host cities collectively stage some of the tournament's most atmospheric matches. Mexico City's Estadio Azteca (87,523 capacity) hosts the tournament opener on June 11 and multiple group stage fixtures. Guadalajara's Estadio Akron hosts Spain vs Uruguay (June 26) among others. Monterrey's Estadio BBVA hosts South Korea vs South Africa (June 24). All three Mexican cities are expected to generate the loudest, most passionate atmospheres of the entire tournament — the Mexican football culture is unmatched anywhere in the world.