Latest News About When Does The World Cup Start

Updated 2026-05-16 18:07

The 2026 FIFA World Cup starts on June 11, 2026, with the opening match in Mexico City (Mexico vs. South Africa) and runs through July 19, 2026. The tournament will be hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the largest World Cup in history with 48 teams. If you’d like, I can pull the latest official FIFA schedule and opening ceremony details and format them for you.[3][4][7][9]

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