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World Cup Trophy Lands in NYC!
4 Jun
Summary
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins June 11 in Mexico City.
- The tournament features 48 teams and 104 matches.
- The final match is scheduled for July 19 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

New York City is celebrating the arrival of the FIFA World Cup trophy, with Mayor Zohran Mamdani highlighting global culture across the five boroughs. This year marks the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which is the largest iteration of the tournament to date.
With 48 teams set to compete in 104 matches, the World Cup commences on June 11. The opening match will feature co-host Mexico playing against South Africa in Mexico City.
The group stage is scheduled to run until June 27. Following the group stage, the tournament will proceed through four knockout rounds. The grand finale, the World Cup final, is set to take place on July 19 in East Rutherford, New Jersey.