The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off June 11 as the global spectacle takes place across North America. This edition will be the biggest in the tournament’s history, featuring 48 teams spread across 12 groups all vying the for the coveted trophy. Eleven cities in the U.S., three in Mexico and two in Canada will play host over a month of action.

Roughly 30 days out from the FIFA World Cup 2026, Houston is gearing up to welcome about half-a-million visitors to the city as teams compete on the global stage. As questions swirl nationally about ticket prices and demand, FIFA says Houston remains in strong shape.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino refuses to lower the 2026 FIFA World Cup ticket prices despite outrage from fans.

A complete guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including teams, format, schedule and viewing info.

The network will deliver more than 180 hours of original scripted content, expand into film and present all 104 World Cup matches live.

Get your 2026 World Cup jersey before the tournament starts to support Japan this summer.

It’s been somewhat disorganized. There was not a lot of great communication in terms of letting people know what was going on,” said one Kansas City World Cup volunteer.

Shakira has made iconic World Cup songs in the past, with 'Waka Waka' in 2010 being labeled the most iconic in World Cup history.

Iran FA chief Mehdi Taj has demanded assurances from FIFA that his country's military won't be insulted in the United States during the World Cup.