FIFA WORLD CUP 2026

Link to FIFA Business Opportunities

https://kansascityfwc26.com/business-opportunities/

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Useful World Cup Links

https://bit.ly/m/FIFA-World-Cup-26-Kansas-City-?r=qr

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Fast Facts

• Number of teams: The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams (an increase of 16 from previous tournaments). 

• Group format: The teams will be divided into 12 groups of four teams. The top two teams from each group, plus the eight best third-place teams, will advance to the Round of 32. 

• Number of games: The 2026 World Cup will have 104 games (an increase from 64 in previous tournaments). 

• Host countries: The 2026 World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada, making it the first time three countries have hosted the tournament. 

• Host cities: The 104 matches will be played in 16 cities across the three host countries. The US will have 11 host cities, including Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Atlanta, Miami, Boston, and New York. Mexico will have three host cities, including Monterrey, Guadalajara, and Mexico City. Canada will have two host cities, including Vancouver and Toronto. 

• Length of tournament: The 2026 World Cup will last 39 days (an increase from 32 days in previous tournaments). 

 

One Year to Go Event Production Lead RFP
 

KC2026 is requesting proposals from providers who currently have the capability to deliver the services required for KC2026’s One Year to Go events. The selected provider will serve an important role by offering expertise and support in the development of the One Year to Go events and initiatives in the region leading up to and during the FIFA World Cup 2026™.

The selected agency will:
Work with KC2026 to curate a unique slate of events in June and July of 2025 designed to engage, excite and educate the region for FWC coming in 2026.
Provide Event Management Services for the selected events and initiatives.

Learn more here: https://kansascityfwc26.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/RFP-One-Year-Out-2025-Event-Production-Lead.pdf

News Articles

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How Kansas City Intends to Bring Magic to the World Cup (FORBES)

KC Projects Scramble to Finish Before Arrival of the World Cup in 2026 (KC Business Journal)