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The FIFA Podcast kicks off in 2026 with FIFA Women’s Champions Cup special

FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola 

FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola to visit 38 cities across North America ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026™

The Coca-Cola Company and FIFA have announced that the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Tour by Coca-Cola will make 38 stops across Canada, Mexico and the United States, giving fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see football’s most coveted prize.

Human Rights − Key Focus for FIFA World Cup 2026™

The FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be held across three countries: Canada, Mexico and the United States. FIFA is committed to ensuring that the tournament has a positive and lasting impact. This is why human rights have been a key consideration from the outset.

A view of the FIFA World Cup Winner's Trophy

President Infantino previews hope, joy and inclusion at first 48-team FIFA World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is looking forward to a sensational festival of football in 2026, congratulating the selected cities for their successful bids after the announcement in New York.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (C) with CONCACAF President Victor Montagliani (L) and FIFA Chief Tournaments & Events Officer Colin Smith (R) 

FIFA World Cup 2026™ host city announcement sparks joy

FIFA confirmed the 16 host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ from a live New York studio broadcast this evening. 

FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City Announcement

Watch Live: FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City announcement press conference

Following the announcement of the host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, a press conference will be streamed live on FIFA.com at 18:30 ET / 00:30 CET.

General view of the FIFA World Cup trophy

FIFA to make major announcement on 16 June related to FIFA World Cup 2026™

On Thursday, 16 June, FIFA will make a major and highly anticipated announcement related to the staging of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ across Canada, Mexico and the United States.

The FIFA World Cup Trophy 

FIFA President: FIFA World Cup 2026™ legacy work starts today

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called on investors and authorities in North America to begin harnessing the power of hosting the FIFA World Cup 2026™ 'today.'

FIFA President Gianni Infantino speaks with Moderator Stephanie Ruhle during the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, California

Gianni Infantino discusses FIFA World Cup 2026™ preparations during visit to Mexico

Preparations for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ topped the agenda when FIFA President Gianni Infantino conducted meetings with Andrés Manuel López Obrador, the President of Mexico, and with officials from the Mexican Football Federation.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino and President of Mexico Andrés Manuel López Obrador

FIFA continues venue visits to FIFA World Cup 2026™ candidate host cities

Following the first venue visits that took place in September, FIFA is due to start the second leg of its inspection tour of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ candidate host cities. 

Update on venue selection process for FIFA World Cup 2026™

FIFA has been informed by Canada Soccer of the decision taken by the City of Montreal to withdraw from the venue selection process for the FIFA World Cup 2026™. 

Panoramic view of the city of Montreal

FIFA confirms timeline for FIFA World Cup 2026™ venue selection process

As part of the next stage of the venue selection process, FIFA has provided further information to the 23 candidate host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Canada, Mexico and the United States regarding the timeline with deadlines set for 2021, s...

FIFA World Cup Trophy

Candidate Host City: Edmonton

At just over 125 years old, Edmonton is one of the youngest and fastest-growing cities in Canada. It is one of the most diverse metropolitan areas in Canada, with energy, construction, government services and entrepreneurship forming the backbone of ...

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Candidate Host City: Denver

Denver has the skills and resources to create a world-class sporting event that matches the high standards of international football.

Denver skyline at dusk

Relive the 68th FIFA Congress

The FIFA Congress took place in Moscow for its 68th gathering. Member Associations from across the globe met on 13 June. The vote was cast to see who would host the 2026 FIFA World Cup

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