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When is the World Cup opening ceremony 2026? Time, dates, performers and more to know
Here's everything to know about this year's World Cup opening ceremony.
The FIFA World Cup is upon us. Find out which teams are playing, where the action is happening, which players to look out for and more.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup finally gets underway this week, and you can follow all of the latest breaking news before Thursday’s opening group-stage game with The Athletic. We’d also love to hear from you before Mexico vs South Africa at the Estadio Azteca on Thursday. Get in touch by emailing live@theathletic.com.
The showcase tournament will be broadcast on multiple services and platforms as well as languages, so here’s some guidance.
The 16 Host Cities of the 2026 World Cup, Ranked by Visitor Appeal The 2026 FIFA World Cup will stretch across three countries and 16 host cities, making it the most geographically diverse tournament in
Ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup vary widely across host cities, with some matches offering more affordable entry points.
The news comes as Airbnb announced that select homes will include free tickets to the World Cup through June and July.
The 2026 World Cup will be the biggest ever, having expanded to 48 teams, a 50% increase from the previous tournament. With two weeks until kickoff, the anticipation is building as teams get ready to play in the United States,