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2026 World Cup: 13 Matches Set for Mexico!

10/2/2025

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Summary

Mexico Hosts World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will stage 13 matches in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.
Estadio Azteca will host five matches.
Guadalajara and Monterrey will host four matches each.
Ticket sales for Mexico matches are underway, starting at $60, with the tournament running June 11–July 19, 2026, and schedules not finalized.

History

Historical Context

The 1970 FIFA World Cup in Mexico was the first tournament held in North America, featuring the Estadio Azteca, which hosted 32 matches, including the final attended by over 100,000 fans. Mexico will again host the World Cup in 2026, becoming the first nation to host it three times, reflecting its significant role in international soccer history.

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Mexico Hosts World Cup

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will stage 13 matches in Mexico City, Guadalajara, and Monterrey.
Estadio Azteca will host five matches.
Guadalajara and Monterrey will host four matches each.
Ticket sales for Mexico matches are underway, starting at $60, with the tournament running June 11–July 19, 2026, and schedules not finalized.

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