2026 FIFA World Cup Tournament Details: Schedule, Format, and Broadcasting Information

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026. The tournament expands to 48 teams, introducing an additional knockout round. England, drawn in Group L, will face Croatia, Panama, and Ghana, with matches broadcast on BBC and ITV. The opening match at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium and the final at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium are key fixtures. Ticket pricing has drawn criticism from fan groups for high costs, with FIFA offering limited cheaper options. Broadcasting includes traditional TV coverage and new YouTube streaming elements. The event features matches across 16 host cities, with later stages concentrated in the U.S. Future tournaments in 2030 and 2034 are also noted, with Saudi Arabia set to host in 2034.