IT WAS GOOD THAT YOU CAME!
Spain is the World Champion getting the crown from Argentina that still in the podium with silver medals. After thrilling Semifinals games with England losing to Argentina 1×2 and Spain downing France 2×0, the two finalists battled in NY for the world title. The youthful Spain frustrated the high end Argentina’s talent.
AMERICA 250 YEARS OF FREEDOM
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States with a patriotic tribute to freedom, history, and the American spirit from 1776 to 2026.
THE NEW OWNERS OF THE BALL: USA • MEXICO • CAN
Next June, one of the most important sporting events on the planet will take place: The 2026 FIFA World Cup™, co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
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2026 MLS All-Star Game
Charlotte will host one of North America’s premier soccer showcases when the 2026 MLS All-Star Game brings together the best of Major League Soccer and Liga MX on July 29.
MLS All-Star Players:
• Maxime Crépeau – Orlando City; Matt Freese – New York City FC; Brian Schwake – Nashville SC
• Max Arfsten – Columbus Crew; Lucas Herrington – Colorado Rapids ; Richie Laryea – Toronto FC; Anthony Markanich – Minnesota United FC; Mbekezeli Mbokazi – Chicago Fire FC; Steven Moreira – Columbus Crew; Daniel Munie – San Jose Earthquakes; Andy Najar – Nashville SC; Jackson Ragen – Seattle Sounders FC; Tim Ream – Charlotte FC
• Sebastian Berhalter – Vancouver Whitecaps FC; Pep Biel – Charlotte FC; Rodrigo De Paul – Inter Miami CF; Evander – FC Cincinnati; Carles Gil – New England Revolution; Zavier Gozo – Real Salt Lake; Hany Mukhtar – Nashville SC; Thomas Müller – Vancouver Whitecaps FC; Ashley Westwood – Charlotte FC
• Hugo Cuypers – Chicago Fire FC; Anders Dreyer – San Diego FC; Julian Hall – Red Bull New York; Son Heung-Min – LAFC; Lionel Messi – Inter Miami CF; Petar Musa – FC Dallas; Sam Surridge – Nashville SC
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WHAT MAKES THE 2026 WORLD CUP FORMAT DIFFERENT?
What is DIFFERENT in 2026?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup format represents the most dramatic transformation in tournament history, expanding from 32 to 48 teams and increasing total matches from 64 to 104 games. This marks the first men’s World Cup co-hosted by three countries simultaneously, fundamentally restructuring hosting logistics, group stage dynamics, and global participation compared to every previous edition since the competition began in 1930.
Format Changes:
• Expanded Field: 48 teams (50% increase from 32-team format used since 1998)
Strategic Impact:
• Expanded Access: More federations and regions represented in final tournament
• Redefined Logistics: Multi-country coordination for travel, venues, and operations
This structural and cultural turning point for international soccer expands opportunity for nations across all confederations while creating unprecedented organizational complexity for hosts and FIFA.
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WHICH CITIES ARE HOSTING THE 2026 WORLD CUP?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be played across 16 host cities distributed throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. These venues represent a diverse geographic footprint spanning both coasts, the heartland, and major metropolitan areas, with most stadiums located in the United States. Each host stadium has been selected based on capacity, infrastructure, and ability to support international-standard competition. Host Nation Distribution:
• United States: Majority of the 16 host cities
• Mexico: Multiple venues continuing the country’s World Cup hosting legacy (previously hosted 1970, 1986)
• Canada: First-time World Cup host cities representing the nation’s growing soccer presence Group Stage Schedule: All 48 teams will compete in group stage matches distributed across the 16 venues, with knockout rounds progressively concentrating in fewer stadiums as the tournament advances toward the final on July 19, 2026.
The selection of these cities reflects FIFA’s strategy to maximize accessibility, leverage existing world-class stadium infrastructure, and showcase soccer’s expansion across North America. Read More
