Tournament Structure and Format

This tournament expands to 48 teams, up from the previous 32-team format. The competition is divided into 12 groups of four teams each, with the top two from each group advancing to the knockout rounds along with the eight best third-place finishers. This structure creates 104 total matches from June 11 to July 19, 2026.

• Group Stage: 72 matches across three matchdays per group (June 11–27)
• Round of 32: 16 matches (June 28–July 3)
• Round of 16: 8 matches (July 4–7)
• Quarter-Finals: 4 matches (July 9–11)
• Semi-Finals: 2 matches (July 14–15)
• Third Place & Final: 2 matches (July 18–19)

The extended format means more matches in more cities, ideal for RV travellers who can position themselves strategically to attend multiple games.

Match Distribution by Country

• United States: 78 matches across 11 cities
• Canada: 13 matches across 2 cities (Toronto and Vancouver)
• Mexico: 13 matches across 3 cities (Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey)

The United States hosts the overwhelming majority of matches, including all knockout rounds from the quarter-finals onward. Canada and Mexico share opening-round hosting duties, with both countries’ matches concentrated in the group stage and early knockout rounds.

For Canadian RVers, this distribution means your CanaDream vehicle accesses 91 of 104 matches without crossing into Mexico. The 13 Mexican matches require alternative travel arrangements, as CanaDream RVs cannot enter Mexico due to insurance restrictions.

Canadian Tournament Sites

Toronto (6 Matches)

Toronto welcomes six matches at BMO Field, including one Round of 32 knockout game.

Group Stage:

• June 12: Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales (TBD - European Playoff)
• June 17: Ghana vs Panama (Group L)
• June 23: Panama vs Croatia (Group L)

Knockout Stage:

• July 2: Round of 32 (Group K runner-up vs Group L runner-up)

Toronto’s schedule includes Canada’s tournament opener on June 12, a match generating enormous national interest. The city serves as an ideal starting point for Canadian RVers beginning their tournament journey, with campgrounds throughout the Greater Toronto Area offering access to the match venue.

Vancouver (7 Matches)

Vancouver hosts seven matches at BC Place, including two Round of 32 games and one Round of 16 contest.

Group Stage:

• June 13: Australia vs Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye (TBD - European Playoff)
• June 18: Canada vs Qatar (Group B)
• June 21: New Zealand vs Egypt (Group G)
• June 24: Switzerland vs Canada (Group B)
• June 26: New Zealand vs Belgium (Group G)

Knockout Stage:

• July 2: Round of 32 (Group B winner vs 3rd place finisher)
• July 7: Round of 16 (Winner Match 96 vs Winner Match 85/87)

Vancouver’s schedule includes two of Canada’s three group stage matches on June 18 and 24. The city’s seven total matches make it the most active Canadian venue, justifying extended stays for RVers wanting to maximize match attendance while exploring British Columbia.

United States Tournament Sites

Dallas (9 Matches)

AT&T Stadium in Arlington hosts nine matches—the highest count of any tournament site—including knockout rounds through the semi-final.

Notable Matches:

• June 14: Netherlands vs Japan (Group F)
• June 17: England vs Croatia (Group L)
• June 22: Argentina vs Austria (Group J)
• June 25: Japan vs Albania/Poland/Sweden/Ukraine (TBD - European Playoff)
• July 6: Round of 16
• July 14: Semi-Final

Dallas hosts a semi-final on July 14, positioning the city as crucial for travellers following the tournament deep into July. The central Texas location and highest match count make Dallas an excellent hub for extended stays and visiting multiple nearby venues.

New York/New Jersey (8 Matches)

MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford hosts eight matches, including the final.

Notable Matches:

• June 13: Brazil vs Morocco (Group C)
• June 16: France vs Senegal (Group I)
• June 22: Norway vs Senegal (Group I)
• June 27: Panama vs England (Group L)
• July 19: Final

The final on July 19 represents the tournament’s culmination. New York/New Jersey’s eight-match schedule spans the entire tournament, making it a destination for travellers wanting to experience opening rounds and potentially the championship.

Los Angeles (8 Matches)

SoFi Stadium in Inglewood hosts eight matches across all tournament phases.

Notable Matches:

• June 12: USA vs Paraguay (Group D)
• June 15: IR Iran vs New Zealand (Group G)
• June 18: Bosnia and Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales (TBD) vs Switzerland (Group B)
• June 21: Belgium vs IR Iran (Group G)
• June 25: Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye (TBD) vs USA (Group D)
• July 2: Round of 32
• July 10: Quarter-Final

Los Angeles combines group stage intensity with knockout drama, including a quarter-final. The venue’s proximity to Southern California attractions and desert landscapes appeals to RVers seeking tournament action within exceptional touring regions.

Atlanta (8 Matches)

Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosts eight matches, including a semi-final.

Notable Matches:

• June 15: Spain vs Cabo Verde (Group H)
• June 18: Denmark/Ireland/Czechia/North Macedonia (TBD) vs South Africa (Group A)
• June 21: Spain vs Saudi Arabia (Group H)
• June 24: Morocco vs Haiti (Group C)
• July 1: Round of 32
• July 15: Semi-Final

Atlanta’s July 15 semi-final and eight total matches make the city essential for tournament followers staying through the final weekend. The venue’s downtown location and surrounding Southern attractions enhance the experience beyond matches.

Miami (7 Matches)

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens hosts seven matches spanning group stage through bronze final.

Notable Matches:

• June 15: Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay (Group H)
• June 21: Uruguay vs Cabo Verde (Group H)
• June 24: Scotland vs Brazil (Group C)
• June 27: Colombia vs Portugal (Group K)
• July 3: Round of 32
• July 18: Third Place Match

Miami’s tropical setting and third-place match on July 18 attract travellers combining tournament attendance with a beach vacation atmosphere. South Florida’s RV infrastructure supports extended stays.

Boston (7 Matches)

Gillette Stadium in Foxborough hosts seven matches across June and July.

Notable Matches:

• June 13: Haiti vs Scotland (Group C)
• June 16: Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname (TBD) vs Norway (Group I)
• June 19: Scotland vs Morocco (Group C)
• June 23: England vs Ghana (Group L)
• June 26: Norway vs France (Group I)
• July 9: Quarter-Final

Boston combines a historic New England setting with quarter-final intensity. The venue’s location enables easy access to coastal Maine, Vermont, and New Hampshire for RVers touring between matches.

Houston (7 Matches)

NRG Stadium hosts seven matches across the tournament’s opening month.

Notable Matches:

• June 14: Germany vs Curaçao (Group E)
• June 17: Portugal vs Congo DR/Jamaica/New Caledonia (TBD - Intercontinental Playoff)
• June 20: Netherlands vs Denmark/Ireland/Czechia/North Macedonia (TBD)
• June 23: Portugal vs Uzbekistan (Group K)
• June 26: Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia (Group H)
• June 29: Round of 32

Houston’s location in southeast Texas makes it a natural pairing with Dallas for RVers covering both cities. The schedule’s concentration in June suits travellers moving to other regions for the July knockout stages.

Seattle (6 Matches)

Lumen Field hosts six matches in the Pacific Northwest.

Notable Matches:

• June 15: Belgium vs Egypt (Group G)
• June 19: USA vs Australia (Group D)
• June 24: Bosnia and Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales (TBD) vs Qatar (Group B)
• June 26: Egypt vs IR Iran (Group G)
• July 6: Round of 16

Seattle’s proximity to Vancouver (225 kilometres) enables easy Canada-US combinations for RVers. The I-5 corridor between these cities offers excellent camping and scenic attractions.

Kansas City (6 Matches)

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium hosts six matches through early July.

Notable Matches:

• June 16: Argentina vs Algeria (Group J)
• June 20: Ecuador vs Curaçao (Group E)
• June 25: Tunisia vs Netherlands (Group F)
• June 27: Algeria vs Austria (Group J)
• July 3: Round of 32
• July 11: Quarter-Final

Kansas City’s central location and July 11 quarter-final position make it a natural midpoint for cross-country tournament journeys. Missouri’s RV-friendly infrastructure supports convenient access.

Philadelphia (5 Matches)

Lincoln Financial Field hosts five matches through early July.

Notable Matches:

• June 14: Côte d’Ivoire vs Ecuador (Group E)
• June 19: Brazil vs Haiti (Group C)
• June 22: France vs Bolivia/Iraq/Suriname (TBD - Intercontinental Playoff)
• June 25: Curaçao vs Côte d’Ivoire (Group E)
• June 27: Croatia vs Ghana (Group L)
• July 4: Round of 16

Philadelphia’s mid-Atlantic location positions it well for multi-venue East Coast tours. The city’s historical significance and urban culture complement match-day experiences.

San Francisco Bay Area (5 Matches)

Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosts five matches in California’s tech hub.

Notable Matches:

• June 13: Qatar vs Switzerland (Group B)
• June 16: Austria vs Jordan (Group J)
• June 19: Kosovo/Romania/Slovakia/Türkiye (TBD) vs Paraguay (Group D)
• June 22: Jordan vs Algeria (Group J)
• June 25: Paraguay vs Australia (Group D)
• July 1: Round of 32

The Bay Area’s five group-stage matches and one knockout game suit travellers exploring Northern California’s wine country, redwood forests, and Pacific coastline between tournament action.

Mexican Tournament Sites

CanaDream RVs cannot enter Mexico, requiring Canadian travellers to fly or arrange alternative transportation for these 13 matches.

Mexico City (5 Matches)

Mexico City Stadium hosts the tournament’s opening match and four additional games.

Notable Matches:

• June 11: Mexico vs South Africa (Group A) - Opening Match
• June 17: Uzbekistan vs Colombia (Group K)
• June 24: Denmark/Ireland/Czechia/North Macedonia (TBD) vs Mexico (Group A)
• June 30: Round of 32
• July 5: Round of 16

Guadalajara (4 Matches)

Guadalajara Stadium hosts four group-stage matches.

Notable Matches:

• June 11: South Korea vs Denmark/Ireland/Czechia/North Macedonia (TBD)
• June 18: Mexico vs South Korea (Group A)
• June 23: Colombia vs Congo DR/Jamaica/New Caledonia (TBD)
• June 26: Uruguay vs Spain (Group H)

Monterrey (4 Matches)

Monterrey Stadium hosts four matches, including the knockout stage.

Notable Matches:

• June 14: Albania/Poland/Sweden/Ukraine (TBD) vs Tunisia (Group F)
• June 20: Tunisia vs Japan (Group F)
• June 24: South Korea vs South Africa (Group A)
• June 29: Round of 32

Planning Multi-Venue RV Routes

Western Loop

Vancouver → Seattle → San Francisco → Los Angeles → back to Vancouver creates a Pacific coast loop accessing 26 matches. This route follows I-5 south through Washington and Oregon, then continues to California venues before returning north. Total driving distance approximates 4,200 kilometres.

Timeline: June 13–July 10 covers Vancouver’s group stage and knockout games, Seattle’s matches, Bay Area games, Los Angeles' schedule through quarter-finals.

Campgrounds: Abundant options throughout the Pacific Northwest and California, though coastal locations require early booking during summer peak season.

Central Corridor

Toronto → Boston → Philadelphia → New York/New Jersey → back to Toronto covers 26 matches along the I-95 corridor. Total driving distance approximates 2,000 kilometres for the loop.

Timeline: June 12–July 19 spans Canada’s opener through the final in New Jersey, capturing the tournament’s entire arc.

Campgrounds: Dense RV infrastructure throughout the Northeast, though urban venues require researching campground locations 50–80 kilometres from stadiums.

Texas Triangle

Houston → Dallas → Kansas City → Houston creates a central route accessing 22 matches. Total driving approximately 2,400 kilometres.

Timeline: June 14–July 14 covers group stage intensity through Dallas’s semi-final.

Campgrounds: Texas and Missouri offer extensive RV camping, from state parks to private facilities. Summer heat requires campgrounds with 50-amp electrical service for adequate air conditioning.

Cross-Continental Marathon

Vancouver → Seattle → San Francisco → Los Angeles → Dallas → Houston → Kansas City → Atlanta → Miami → Philadelphia → Boston → New York/New Jersey represents the ultimate tournament journey, accessing 75 matches across 12 venues.

Distance: Approximately 11,000 kilometres one-way from Vancouver to New York/New Jersey.

Timeline: Full tournament coverage from June 11 to July 19 requires sustained travel with minimal rest days between match clusters.

Considerations: This route demands experienced RV travellers comfortable with long driving days, varied climates, and intensive scheduling. Fuel costs alone exceed $3,000 CAD for large motorhomes.

Canada’s Schedule

Canada plays all three group stage matches in Canadian venues, ideal for Canadians wanting to support their team without extensive travel.

• June 12, Toronto: Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina/Italy/Northern Ireland/Wales (TBD)
• June 18, Vancouver: Canada vs Qatar
• June 24, Vancouver: Canada vs Switzerland

If Canada advances from Group B, their Round of 32 match occurs June 28–July 3 at an as-yet-undetermined venue based on group position and third-place finisher pairings. Potential locations include any of the 16 tournament sites. Further advancement continues the uncertainty, as knockout matchups depend on results.

Canadian supporters following their team throughout the tournament face logistical challenges if advancement sends the team to distant venues. A Canadian team reaching the semi-finals might play in Dallas or Atlanta, requiring cross-continental travel from Vancouver or Toronto.

Alternative: Selective Attendance

Rather than attempting comprehensive coverage, focus on specific tournament phases or regions. Attend group-stage matches near your starting location, then return home before the knockout stages. This approach reduces costs and driving stress while still delivering memorable experiences.

Alternatively, skip group stages entirely, positioning yourself for knockout drama in July. Quarter-finals through the final occur over eleven days (July 9–19) at just seven venues, much more manageable than group stage’s sixteen-day, sixteen-venue sprawl.

Some Canadian travellers focus exclusively on Canada’s matches plus nearby games, skipping distant venues. Following Canada through Toronto and Vancouver, with potential trips to Seattle, Boston, or other accessible venues for non-Canada matches, provides rich tournament experiences without cross-continental marathons.

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