Enhance your FOX Sports experience by adding favorites. The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be a historic event in North America, marking the 23rd edition of this prestigious tournament.
For the first time, 48 teams will participate, and it will be co-hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. FOX Sports provides comprehensive coverage, including live matches, highlight reels, expert commentary, and full-match replays, making it the ultimate destination for World Cup festivities.
Key details about the 2026 FIFA World Cup include the tournament schedule, which runs from Thursday, June 11, to Sunday, July 19, 2026. It is significant as it’s the first instance of three nations sharing hosting responsibilities.
Mexico previously hosted the tournament in 1970 and 1986, while the United States did so in 1994, marking Canada’s first time in this role. Fans can watch the World Cup through numerous platforms, including FOX, FS1, FOXSports.com, and the FOX Sports App.
World Cup qualifiers involve national teams competing in regional tournaments to secure their spots in the tournament. Each of the six regions has a designated number of qualification slots, with a few playoff spots available as well.
Ultimately, 48 teams will make it to the World Cup. As a co-host, the United States Men’s National Team has automatically qualified for the 2026 tournament.
They previously reached the Round of 16 in the 2022 World Cup, where they were eliminated by the Netherlands. The final draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is scheduled for December 2025 in a location to be announced within the United States.
Notably, the 2022 World Cup concluded with a breathtaking final where Argentina, led by Lionel Messi, triumphed over Kylian Mbappe’s French team in a penalty shootout, after an exhilarating match that ended 3-3.
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