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World Cup 2026 Kicks Off Across North America!
25 Jun
Summary
- The 2026 World Cup spans three nations: Canada, Mexico, and the USA.
- This edition features an expanded format with 48 competing nations.
- The tournament began on June 11 and concludes on July 19, 2026.

The highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 is currently underway, hosted collaboratively by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. This landmark tournament is the first to be held across three host nations, welcoming an expanded field of 48 teams vying for global football supremacy. The event commenced on June 11, 2026, with its opening match at Mexico City's Estadio Azteca.
The knockout stages of the competition are set to begin on June 29, featuring a match between South Africa and tournament co-host Canada. The entire tournament will culminate on July 19, 2026, with the final match scheduled to be played at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, USA. Fans can follow the action with match timings provided in Indian Standard Time (IST).