World Cup 2026: Everything You Need to Know (Dates, Teams, Format)
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here — bigger and bolder than ever. This guide covers everything you need to know in one place.
The basics
- Dates: June 11 – July 19, 2026
- Hosts: United States, Canada and Mexico
- Teams: 48 (a record)
- Matches: 104
- Final: July 19 at MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey
A new format
For the first time, 48 teams compete, split into 12 groups of four. The top two from each group plus the eight best third-placed sides reach a new Round of 32, followed by the Round of 16, quarter-finals, semi-finals and final.
Three host nations, 16 cities
The tournament is spread across 16 cities in three countries, from Vancouver to Miami and Mexico City to Toronto — the first true continental World Cup.
How to watch every match
The simplest way to follow it all is the free YaseenTV app: HD live streaming, real-time scores, full fixtures in your time zone, group standings and instant highlights for all 104 matches.
Quick FAQ
- Is it free to watch on YaseenTV? Yes — download free on iOS and Android.
- How many teams? 48, the most ever.
- Where's the final? New York/New Jersey, July 19, 2026.
- When does it start? June 11, 2026 in Mexico City.
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