The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicked off yesterday with co-host Mexico defeating South Africa’s Bafana Bafana 2-0 inside the 87,524 capacity legendary Azteca Stadium in Mexico City.It is the biggest tournament that the world has ever seen, with a whopping 48 nations starting out on the journey across North America in the expanded format.

The United States will host roughly 75% of the 2026 FIFA World Cup with 78 of the 104 matches in the entire tournament taking place in 11 host cities.

The expanded tournament is co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada with 104 matches in 16 stadiums over 39 days.

After a rocky buildup with high ticket prices, delayed federal funding for host cities, and visa issues, the World Cup has arrived.