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2026 World Cup in North America: Step 1 - the host cities

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Tomorrow is the day the U.S. host cities will be announced.  4 pm CDT on FS 1.

There will be at least 10 U.S. cities, and possibly an 11th.  this guy says there are 8 sure things, including Dallas and Houston.

https://sports.yahoo.com/world-cup-2026-host-cities-170311724.html

Which USA cities will (almost) definitely host 2026 World Cup games?

1. New York/New Jersey (MetLife Stadium)

An obvious choice, and the favorite to host the final.

2. Dallas/Arlington (AT&T Stadium)

The grandeur of Jerry Jones’ palace outweighs any functional aspects that make it unsuitable for soccer. Originally pitched as a semifinal venue, Jerryworld is, according to one source, the only other candidate to host the final, because it has one thing that MetLife does not: a roof. Domes can make for strange soccer settings, but, contrary to traditionalist assumptions, FIFA loves indoor stadiums for their weatherproof-ness. The nightmare scenario is a July thunderstorm in North Jersey interrupting the most-watched game in all of sports.

3. Atlanta (Mercedes-Benz Stadium)

With one of the few NFL stadiums that regularly hosts soccer matches, Atlanta will be a prime candidate for a semifinal. It also could be the site of the International Broadcast Center, the tournament’s main media hub.

4. Los Angeles (SoFi Stadium, Rose Bowl?)

One ideal city, two less-than-ideal stadiums — and that’s why Los Angeles' status as a favorite to host the U.S. opener has gotten shaky. It has ritzy SoFi, with just about every imaginable amenity but not enough field space for soccer. It has the Rose Bowl, which is steeped in history but relatively bare-bones compared to the other venues on this list.

It’s unclear whether both will get games or, more likely, FIFA will choose one. SoFi is the logical choice, but if FIFA is unwilling to compromise on field dimensions, it might have to sacrifice thousands, if not tens of thousands of seats — an adjustment that could jeopardize L.A.’s candidacy for a high-profile match like an opener or semifinal.

5. Philadelphia (Lincoln Financial Field)

Perhaps no city’s bid has been more squeaky-clean and impressive than Philadelphia’s. It began this whole process on the bubble. By late-April, according to a report from Grant Wahl, it was in the running for a semifinal, which could coincide with the 250th anniversary of the crafting of the Declaration of Independence in … the nation’s original capital, Philadelphia. (July 4 itself, though, would likely be the date of a quarterfinal.)

6. San Francisco/Santa Clara (Levi’s Stadium)

Grass field at a modern stadium in a moderate climate near an airport and an attractive metropolitan area. There’s a reason Levi’s has hosted some high-profile soccer matches since it opened, and there’s no reason to think it won’t get more in 2026.

7. Houston (NRG Stadium)

City infrastructure and the retractable roof are two big pluses — nobody wants to play in 95-degree Texas heat in June. It’s unclear whether Houston’s proximity to Dallas is a pro or con, but its proximity to Mexico, and specifically Monterrey, is another plus. Teams will, at some point, have to travel between the U.S. and its neighbors, and only two other American host cities (Dallas and Atlanta) are within a four-hours-or-less flight from Mexico City.

8. Seattle (Lumen Field)

Rich soccer culture? Check. Proximity to two other host cities (Vancouver and San Francisco)? Check. Natural grass? Nope, and that’s the reason Seattle doesn’t get more big-time internationals and preseason friendlies. But it isn’t alone here — nine of the 17 American stadiums in the mix have artificial turf. FIFA has said that, in general, “that’s not a concern.” Sod can be temporarily installed. And Seattle should be selected.

 

I would think like Denver and KC but I'm not sure if their eggball stadiums ever host soccer matches. 

Here is a list of stadiums that are in the mix:

United States
Atlanta - Mercedes-Benz Stadium (71,000)
Baltimore - M&T Bank Stadium (71,006)
Boston - Gillette Stadium (65,878)
Cincinnati - Paul Brown Stadium (65,515)
Dallas - AT&T Stadium (80,000)
Denver - Mile High Stadium (76,126)
Houston - NRG Stadium (72,220)
Kansas City - Arrowhead Stadium (76,416)
Los Angeles - Rose Bowl (92,542)
Los Angeles - SoFi Stadium (70,240)
Miami - Hard Rock Stadium (64,767)
Nashville - Nissan Stadium (69,143)
Orlando - Camping World Stadium (60,219)
New Jersey - MetLife Stadium (82,500)
Philadelphia - Lincoln Financial Field (69,796)
Santa Clara - Levi’s Stadium (68,500)
Seattle - Lumen Field (69,000)

Canada
Edmonton - Commonwealth Stadium (55,819)
Toronto - BMO Field (30,000)
Vancouver - BC Place (54,500)

Mexico
Guadalajara - Estadio Akron (49,850)
Mexico City - Estadio Asteca (87,523)
Monterrey - Estadio BBVA (53,500)

 

Note the capacities are not necessarily those for the World Cup. For example the Rose Bowl bid seats were ~88,450, Jerry World was ~93,000, and BMO Field (Toronto) was ~45,000, so that might not be what you see here.

The Rose Bowl is the only carry over stadium from 1994.

Edmonton isn't in the mix anymore, they pulled their bid or something I read last week. 

Edited by Zepol87

2 hours ago, Captain Ron said:

Here is a list of stadiums that are in the mix:

United States
Atlanta - Mercedes-Benz Stadium (71,000)
Baltimore - M&T Bank Stadium (71,006)
Boston - Gillette Stadium (65,878)
Cincinnati - Paul Brown Stadium (65,515)
Dallas - AT&T Stadium (80,000)
Denver - Mile High Stadium (76,126)
Houston - NRG Stadium (72,220)
Kansas City - Arrowhead Stadium (76,416)
Los Angeles - Rose Bowl (92,542)
Los Angeles - SoFi Stadium (70,240)
Miami - Hard Rock Stadium (64,767)
Nashville - Nissan Stadium (69,143)
Orlando - Camping World Stadium (60,219)
New Jersey - MetLife Stadium (82,500)
Philadelphia - Lincoln Financial Field (69,796)
Santa Clara - Levi’s Stadium (68,500)
Seattle - Lumen Field (69,000)

Canada
Edmonton - Commonwealth Stadium (55,819)
Toronto - BMO Field (30,000)
Vancouver - BC Place (54,500)

Mexico
Guadalajara - Estadio Akron (49,850)
Mexico City - Estadio Asteca (87,523)
Monterrey - Estadio BBVA (53,500)

 

Note the capacities are not necessarily those for the World Cup. For example the Rose Bowl bid seats were ~88,450, Jerry World was ~93,000, and BMO Field (Toronto) was ~45,000, so that might not be what you see here.

The Rose Bowl is the only carry over stadium from 1994.

Went to games in the Cotton Bowl in 1994 and holy shit was it hot

14 hours ago, JesusSweatDuck said:

Went to games in the Cotton Bowl in 1994 and holy shit was it hot


So you think that it would be best to move the 2026 World Cup to November/December?

25 minutes ago, Napoleon said:


So you think that it would be best to move the 2026 World Cup to November/December?

Fuck no, this Qatar stuff is bullshit from top to bottom

Still don’t think both NRG and AT&T get to host, but I’d be happy to be wrong.

It’s announced on FS1, correct?

Edmonton isn't in the mix anymore, they pulled their bid or something I read last week. 

Canada & Mexico cities were already determined. Today finalizes just the US cities.

DFW and Houston are locks according to the people covering this. 

17 hours ago, Jive Turkey said:

Tomorrow is the day the U.S. host cities will be announced.  4 pm CDT on FS 1.

There will be at least 10 U.S. cities, and possibly an 11th.  this guy says there are 8 sure things, including Dallas and Houston.

https://sports.yahoo.com/world-cup-2026-host-cities-170311724.html

...

 

Taking a look at the article, I can't disagree with their reasoning about why Boston is likely on the outside looking in:

 

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12. Boston/Foxboro (Gillette Stadium)

Perhaps the most polarizing bid of the bunch, Boston has first-hand World Cup hosting experience and, most importantly, Robert Kraft — a Major League Soccer founder and 2026 bid committee honorary chair who boasts a personal relationship with FIFA president Gianni Infantino. Unfortunately, it also has an inconvenient, barely-even-suburban stadium with neither a roof nor natural grass, which makes it extremely unattractive. There has also been a litany of minor issues behind the scenes. If it weren’t for Kraft’s political pull, Boston would surely be out. As it stands, it’s squarely on the bubble.

He' isn't wrong calling it "barely-even-suburban" because it's not.

 

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That's the fucking sticks!!! Getting out there is a nightmare. This would be like if Austin FC played in Georgetown, but it took an hour to get out there!

 

Good primer

Also, KC media is saying they have been selected as a host. 

I certainly understand why Denver won't get selected, but damn. Great City/Stadium.

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cities in the West:  Vancouver, Seattle, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Guadalajara 

This is so awful . . . i cannot watch this any longer. This is literally a shit show. 

 

1 minute ago, Saint Tacky said:

This is so awful . . . i cannot watch this any longer. This is literally a shit show. 

 

Username describes show 

1 hour ago, Saint Tacky said:

This was released on twitter yesterday at 3:59 (CT) and immediately deleted...

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They can put it back up now.

 

Arlington has to be so bitter. Hosting the game but still not getting the credit. 

Edited by mdmost

Lol nvm

Edited by Zepol87

Just now, Zepol87 said:

Wow no Chicago 

Probably because Soldier Field may not be around by then. Bears might be moving out to the suburbs. 

Just now, Zepol87 said:

Wow no Chicago 

They weren't in consideration. They got eliminated a few rounds back.

Internationals are going to love not having mass transit to take them out to JerryWorld. 

I get we need new and shiny with a dome but the Rose Bowl not getting one kinda sucks. 

Just now, Zepol87 said:

Wow no Chicago 

Yep. KC mob paid a bigger tribute

7 hours ago, dbecks said:


Canada & Mexico cities were already determined. Today finalizes just the US cities.

Edmonton has had issues, talks of them losing the bid and US getting an extra. That's what happened

1 minute ago, Captain Ron said:

BOSTON WHAAAAAT?!?!?!

They wanted a potentially racist crowd to make the Euro teams feel at home. 

United States
Atlanta - Mercedes-Benz Stadium (71,000)
Boston - Gillette Stadium (65,878)
Dallas - AT&T Stadium (80,000)
Houston - NRG Stadium (72,220)
Kansas City - Arrowhead Stadium (76,416)
Los Angeles - SoFi Stadium (70,240)
Miami - Hard Rock Stadium (64,767)
New Jersey - MetLife Stadium (82,500)
Philadelphia - Lincoln Financial Field (69,796)
Santa Clara - Levi’s Stadium (68,500)
Seattle - Lumen Field (69,000)

Canada
Toronto - BMO Field (30,000)
Vancouver - BC Place (54,500)

Mexico
Guadalajara - Estadio Akron (49,850)
Mexico City - Estadio Asteca (87,523)
Monterrey - Estadio BBVA (53,500)

So MetLife or JerryWorld for the final?

Just now, mdmost said:

So MetLife or JerryWorld for the final?

SoFi or JerryWorld 

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