Personalize your FOX Sports experience by adding your favorites. As we count down to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, anticipation is building for this monumental event.
The tournament marks the 23rd edition of this global sporting phenomenon and is notable for several reasons. It will be the first World Cup to feature 48 teams and will be co-hosted by three nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The FOX family of networks, along with the FOX Sports app, will provide comprehensive coverage, including live matches, highlights, expert commentary and analysis, as well as full match replays. For those interested in the 2026 Men’s FIFA World Cup, here are some key details.
The tournament is set to take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026. This will be a historic occasion as it marks the first time that three countries will share the hosting duties.
Mexico has previously hosted the tournament twice, in 1970 and 1986, while the USA hosted in 1994. This event will also be a first for Canada.
Fans can look forward to watching the matches on FOX, FS1, FOXSports.com, and the FOX Sports App. The World Cup qualifiers, crucial for national teams aiming for a spot in the tournament, are conducted regionally, with six regions competing for various qualification slots and a few playoff positions.
The United States Men’s National Team has automatically qualified as a co-host, following their exit in the Round of 16 during the 2022 tournament. The final draw for the 2026 World Cup will occur in December 2025 at an undetermined venue in the U.S.
As fans reflect on past tournaments, it’s worth noting that Lionel Messi led Argentina to victory in the thrilling 2022 World Cup Final, defeating France in a penalty shootout.
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