2026 – Football in Canada, Mexico and the United States
World Cup
The FIFA World Cup 2026 will be held in Canada, Mexico and the United States from June 11 to July 19, 2026. It will be the 23rd edition of the world's biggest football tournament and the first ever to be hosted by three nations. For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, 48 national teams will compete in the final tournament, expanding the competition from the previous 32-team format.
The tournament will begin with a group stage featuring twelve groups of four teams each. Following the group stage, 32 teams will advance to the knockout rounds. With a total of 104 matches, the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest World Cup ever staged.
Fans from around the world can look forward to more matches, more participating nations and an exciting month of international football as teams battle for the most prestigious trophy in the sport.
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Watching football
Public Viewing in the Netherlands
Every year at DACHIST.org, we are inundated with inquiries about Public Screening in the Netherlands during the World Cup or European Championship. One common question we encounter is: "Where can I watch the World Cup with other football fans?"
Public Viewing is a term used in Germany for broadcasting sports events in public spaces. This term gained popularity during the 2006 World Cup in Germany. In the Netherlands, we often just say "watching the World Cup". However, due to strict guidelines and laws in the Netherlands, organizing a genuine Public Viewing can be challenging. It is often easier to watch the World Cup in a restaurant or café.
DACHIST organizes "Public Viewings" for German matches in Utrecht, within walking distance of Utrecht Central Station. If you're not in Utrecht, check out our overview and find a Public Viewing for the World Cup, European Championship, or Nations League near you:
You organize a public viewing?
If you organize a public viewing of World Cup matches (with or without German participation), please register it here for free (currently) and without any obligation.