If you’re looking for more soccer to get excited for now that the Arsenal vs. Liverpool game has ended in Philly, you’re in luck — FIFA has released the schedule for 2026’s long-awaited World Cup games.
Hosted by the United States alongside Canada and Mexico in what is sure to be the event of the summer (if not the year!), you can get all the current answers to your most-asked questions about the match schedule and Philly’s involvement below!
When is the 2026 World Cup?
The 2026 World Cup will run from Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19. The kickoff game will be at Estadio Azteca Mexico City in Mexico, while the final will be held at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
Is Philadelphia hosting the 2026 World Cup?
Yes! Philly is one of the 16 city hosts across North America. Philly games will of course take place at Philadelphia Stadium, with a capacity of 69,000.
What World Cup games will be in Philadelphia?
See the entire schedule below, but here’s a snapshot of Philly’s games:
- Sunday, June 14: Match 9 | Group Stage
- Friday, June 19: Match 29 | Group Stage
- Monday, June 22: Match 42 | Group Stage
- Thursday, June 25: Match 55 | Group Stage
- Saturday, June 27: Match 68 | Group Stage
- Saturday, July 4: Match 89 | Round of 16
A match on Independence Day itself makes a perfect fit for such a historic city. Especially since it will be played exactly 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed right here!
What cities in the U.S. will have World Cup games?
On the East Coast along with Philly we’ll have: Atlanta, Miami, Boston, and New York/NJ. On West Coast: Los Angeles, Seattle, and San Francisco. And Central: Houston, Dallas and Kansas City.
Can I buy tickets for the World Cup 2026?
Though tickets are not yet available to be purchased, you can register your interest in tickets on the FIFA website. You will then be some of the first to receive information on how to apply for FIFA World Cup 2026™ tickets when the time comes.