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FIFA World Cup 2026™

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About the FIFA World Cup 2026™

This will be a once in a lifetime opportunity to showcase the beauty and the greatness of America. And we can’t wait to welcome soccer fans from all over the globe.” – Donald J. Trump, President of the United States

11 venues across 11 U.S. cities. These cities are not only preparing to host matches — they are preparing to welcome the world.