Everything to Know About World Cup 2026: Teams, Hosts, Where and Who to Watch
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to begin on June 11, featuring a record 48 teams and matches held across three host nations: Mexico, the US, and Canada. The tournament will run until July 19, with matches broadcast on Fox, FS1, and Peacock. Notable players to watch include Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, as well as rising stars like Lamine Yamal and Nico Paz.
- ▪The World Cup will feature 48 teams playing 104 matches over a month.
- ▪The championship final is scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
- ▪Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are among the oldest and most renowned players participating.
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We've been hearing about the 2026 FIFA World Cup for months, and it's now upon us. There are more teams and host stadiums than ever this year, and tickets to World Cup matches have been a hot topic since they were first released, with many fans priced out, and transportation to the US and to the stadiums themselves becoming a barrier to attending for some. That's why you'll find me watching every match from the comfort of my home (or maybe at a local park or bar for a watch party) when the tournament begins on June 11. Matches will run daily until July 19, and this year, you'll be able to watch them all on Fox and FS1.
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