Why is the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held in three countries?
Summary
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This is the first time the tournament is split between three nations, due to the expanded format requiring more games and venues than a single country can handle.Key Facts
- The US, Canada, and Mexico joined forces with a "United Bid" to host the 2026 World Cup.
- FIFA approved this joint bid with 67% of votes during its 2018 Congress.
- The tournament will include 48 teams and 104 matches, the most in World Cup history.
- Hosting the event across three countries allows use of existing stadiums and infrastructure.
- The US will host 78 games, while Canada and Mexico will each host 13.
- Most of the important final games will be held in the US.
- The 2026 World Cup is expected to generate $80.1 billion in economic output across the three countries.
- FIFA expects to make $13 billion from this World Cup cycle, more than previous tournaments.
- Venues are grouped into three regions (western, central, eastern) to simplify travel and logistics.
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