The 2026 FIFA World Cup will mark a historic milestone as the first edition to be co‑hosted by three nations, with the United States, Mexico and Canada sharing the responsibility of welcoming millions of fans and athletes to the world's premier soccer tournament.
A tournament on home turf
For the United States, the event is not only a chance to showcase its stadiums and infrastructure but also an opportunity for the USMNT to compete on home soil. The team has been placed in Group D alongside Paraguay, Australia and Türkiye, setting the stage for a competitive opening phase.
The United States will open its campaign on June 12 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles against Paraguay. A week later, on June 19, the team will travel to Seattle's Lumen Field to meet Australia, and will close the group stage at home on June 25 when it takes on Türkiye at SoFi Stadium once again.
Broadcast coverage will be split between FOX, which will deliver English‑language commentary, and Telemundo, which will provide Spanish‑language coverage, ensuring that fans across the continent can follow every match in their preferred language.
Beyond the group stage, the knockout rounds will unfold over the following weeks: the Round of 32 runs from June 28 to July 3, the Round of 16 from July 4 to 7, quarterfinals from July 9 to 11, and the semifinals on July 14 and 15. The bronze final is scheduled for July 18, with the championship match set for July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Key figures to watch include Christian Pulisic, the veteran forward whose leadership and attacking flair have made him a cornerstone of the squad, and Weston McKennie, whose midfield energy will be vital. Emerging talents such as Giovanni Reyna, Folarin Balogun, Haji Wright, Arda Güler and Kenan Yıldız are also expected to make significant contributions.
The tournament's impact will extend beyond the pitch, promising economic benefits for host cities, heightened visibility for the sport in North America, and a chance for a new generation of supporters to experience world‑class soccer on their own continent.