Story byWorld Cup 2026 host stadiums and cities for every gameJim Reineking, USA TODAYThu, January 1, 2026 at 11:05 AM UTC·6 min readThe 2026 World Cup kicks off with the opening match between Mexico and South Africa on June 11 in Mexico City, with the final taking place on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The full 104-match schedule is set, with 16 cities in three countries hosting matches. Of those 16 cities and venues, AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta will host the most games at nine apiece. MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, each will host eight matches. AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementMORE: 10 World Cup group stage matches we can’t wait to see in 2026Here is a look at all the World Cup matches this summer and where those will be taking place:MetLife Stadium – East Rutherford, New Jersey (hosting World Cup final)AT&T Stadium – Arlington, TexasMercedes-Benz Stadium – AtlantaArrowhead Stadium – Kansas CityEstadio BBVA – Monterrey, MexicoEstadio Akron –Guadalajara, MexicoBMO Field – TorontoSoFi Stadium – Inglewood, CaliforniaBC Place – Vancouver, CanadaHard Rock Stadium – Miami Gardens, FloridaLumen Field – SeattleNRG Stadium – HoustonLevi's Stadium – Santa Clara, CaliforniaLincoln Financial Field – PhiladelphiaGillette Stadium – Foxborough, Massachusetts1 / 15What stadiums will host the 2026 World Cup?