The most important venue in the 2026 World Cup. MetLife Stadium will host the World Cup Final on July 19, 2026 — making the New York area the centre of the footballing world this summer. With a capacity of over 82,500, it is the largest stadium in the tournament and one of the biggest in the NFL. Home to both the New York Giants and Jets, the stadium sits just 8 miles from Manhattan and is easily accessible by train from Penn Station. The surrounding area will be one enormous party zone throughout the tournament, with millions of passionate fans from around the world descending on New York City.

Home of the NFL’s Rams and Chargers, SoFi Stadium is one of the most technologically advanced arenas in the world. Opened in 2020 at a cost of $5.5 billion, it features a translucent roof that lets in natural light while protecting fans from the elements. LA’s massive Latin American population means passionate support for Brazil, Argentina, Mexico and Colombia will be especially loud here. The Hollywood glamour of Los Angeles makes this one of the most anticipated tournament venues.

Known worldwide as “Jerry World” after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, AT&T Stadium in Arlington is one of the most spectacular sports venues on earth. The retractable roof, the enormous HD screen hanging over the field, and the 80,000+ capacity make it perfectly suited for World Cup football. Texas has one of the largest Hispanic populations in the USA, which means the atmosphere for Mexico matches in particular will be absolutely electric. Dallas is also one of the host cities closest to the Mexican border, making it an easy trip for Mexican fans.

Silicon Valley meets the World Cup. Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, just 40 miles south of San Francisco, is one of the most modern venues in North American sport. Home to the San Francisco 49ers, the stadium opened in 2014 and features cutting-edge technology throughout. The Bay Area’s diverse, tech-savvy population and its reputation as a cosmopolitan hub will make this one of the more unique World Cup atmospheres.

Home of the Seattle Sounders — one of MLS’s most successful and passionate clubs — Lumen Field is famous for producing some of the loudest atmospheres in American sport. The stadium’s design creates a cauldron effect that amplifies crowd noise to extraordinary levels. Seattle has consistently shown that it is one of America’s great football cities, and the World Cup will bring that passion to the global stage for the first time.

New England’s sporting home, Gillette Stadium in Foxborough has hosted some of the biggest events in American sport. Home to the six-time Super Bowl champion New England Patriots and New England Revolution, the stadium is steeped in sporting history. Boston itself is one of America’s most European cities — with a rich Irish and Italian immigrant history — making it one of the most natural fits for World Cup football on the east coast.

South Florida’s tropical climate and one of the most diverse Latin American populations in the United States makes Miami an ideal World Cup host. Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins, regularly hosts international football matches and is well experienced in handling passionate crowds from across Latin America. Expect incredible atmospheres when Brazil, Argentina, Colombia or Venezuela play here — Miami’s street parties will rival anything seen in South America.

One of the most architecturally stunning stadiums in the world, Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta features a unique retractable roof inspired by the oculus of the Pantheon in Rome. Opened in 2017, it is home to both the Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC — one of MLS’s most supported clubs with a famously passionate fanbase. Atlanta’s position as the economic capital of the American South makes it a key venue in the tournament.

Home of the Kansas City Chiefs and one of the loudest stadiums in the NFL, Arrowhead Stadium set the world record for stadium crowd noise in 2014. The passionate Midwest fanbase and the iconic tailgating culture around Arrowhead will give the World Cup a uniquely American atmosphere. Kansas City Sporting is also one of MLS’s most successful clubs, showing the city’s genuine football credentials.

The City of Brotherly Love makes its World Cup debut at Lincoln Financial Field, home of the Philadelphia Eagles. Philadelphia is one of America’s most historic cities and has a passionate, knowledgeable sports fanbase. Its location between New York and Washington D.C. means it will attract enormous numbers of fans travelling along the east coast corridor during the tournament.

Texas’s largest city and one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States, Houston’s NRG Stadium brings a retractable roof, 72,220 seats and serious World Cup credentials. The Houston Dynamo have cultivated a strong football culture in the city, and with a Hispanic population exceeding 45%, the atmosphere for Latin American matches here will be extraordinary. Houston is also home to NASA’s Johnson Space Center — making it one of the most interesting cities to visit during the tournament.

Canada’s largest city and financial capital, Toronto is one of the most multicultural cities on earth — nearly half of all residents were born outside Canada. BMO Field, home of Toronto FC, is a purpose-built football stadium that will be in its element during the World Cup. Canada qualified for the tournament as co-hosts and will be desperate to perform well in front of their passionate home supporters. The city’s diverse communities will bring incredible colour and atmosphere to matches.

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Coast Mountains, Vancouver is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. BC Place’s retractable roof means weather is never an issue, and the stadium’s location in the heart of downtown Vancouver makes it one of the most accessible World Cup venues. Vancouver hosted matches at the 2015 Women’s World Cup and knows how to put on a great tournament. The backdrop of mountains and ocean makes this one of the most photogenic host cities in the history of the competition.

The most legendary stadium in World Cup history. The Estadio Azteca has hosted two World Cup Finals — in 1970 and 1986 — and will become the first stadium ever to host matches at three separate World Cups when the 2026 tournament begins. The 1970 final between Brazil and Italy produced some of the greatest football ever played. The 1986 tournament gave us Maradona’s Hand of God and his Goal of the Century against England. Sitting at an altitude of 2,240 metres above sea level, the Azteca is a genuinely intimidating venue — players must acclimatise to the thin air, and visiting teams have historically struggled here. A bucket list destination for every football fan on earth.

Mexico’s second city and one of its most passionate football communities. Guadalajara is home to two of Mexico’s biggest clubs — Chivas and Atlas — making it a genuine football city rather than simply a major urban centre. Estadio Akron, home of Chivas, is one of the most modern stadiums in Latin America and will provide a stunning backdrop for World Cup football. The city’s vibrant street food culture, mariachi music and warm hospitality make it one of the most welcoming host cities in the tournament.

One of the most visually stunning stadiums in the entire tournament. Estadio BBVA sits in the shadow of the Cerro de la Silla mountain — a dramatic natural backdrop that makes every match look spectacular on television. Home of Club de Fútbol Monterrey, the stadium opened in 2015 and is considered one of the finest football arenas in the Americas. Monterrey itself is Mexico’s wealthiest and most industrialised city, with a football culture to match its economic power.