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2026 World Cup Kicks Off: Your Ultimate Guide
22 Jun
Summary
- Coverage in the U.S. is available on Fox, FS1, Telemundo, and Universo.
- 16 stadiums across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will host matches.
- 48 countries compete, with 32 advancing past the group stage.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially begun, with daily matches keeping fans engaged. For viewers in the United States, English broadcasts are available on Fox and FS1, while Spanish-language coverage can be found on Telemundo and Universo. Live streaming options include Fox ONE for English and Peacock for Spanish.
Games typically commence between 12 p.m. and 12 a.m. ET, spanning multiple time zones. This year's tournament features 48 nations competing in 16 stadiums spread across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The group stage sees these teams divided into 12 groups, with only the top two finishers from each group, plus the eight best third-place teams, advancing to the round of 32.
Host cities include Inglewood, Santa Clara, East Rutherford, Foxborough, Houston, Arlington, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Seattle, Miami, and Kansas City in the United States. Canada's host cities are Toronto and Vancouver, while Mexico's are Mexico City, Zapopan, and Guadalupe. The round of 32 is scheduled to kick off on June 28.
