THE TOURNAMENT 2026
The UK fan's complete guide to the biggest football tournament on earth
USA • Canada • Mexico • June 11 – July 19, 2026
DON'T JUST WATCH THE MATCH — SEE AMERICA
Each match is just 90 minutes. You'll have days — or even weeks — of proper holiday time in some of the world's most exciting cities. This is a trip you'll be talking about for years.
UK NATIONS AT THE TOURNAMENT
EVERYTHING YOU NEED
Click any guide below — we've done the research so you don't have to.
Flights
Best routes from UK airports
🏨Hotels
Where to stay in all 16 cities
🛂Visas
ESTA, eTA & Mexico entry
📅Fixtures
Full schedule in UK times
🏟️Stadiums
All 16 stadium guides
🏴England
England's route to glory
🍺Beers & Food
Craft beers & bar food by city
🏴Scotland
Scotland's campaign guide
🎯City Adventures
What to do between matches
🏴Wales
Wales' tournament guide
💷Budget
Realistic cost breakdowns
🛡️Safety
Insurance & travel advice
❓FAQ
Common questions answered
The Biggest Football Tournament of 2026
The 2026 international football tournament will be the largest ever staged — 48 nations competing across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
For UK fans, this is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. Whether you're following England, Scotland, or Wales, this guide has everything you need to plan your trip from the UK.
What You'll Find Here
This site is your one-stop resource for travelling from the UK to the 2026 tournament. We cover:
- Flights — the best routes and airlines from UK airports
- Hotels — where to stay in all 16 host cities
- Visas — ESTA, eTA, and Mexico entry requirements
- Fixtures — the full match schedule in UK times
- Venues — stadium guides with capacity, transport, and nearby hotels
- Budget — realistic cost breakdowns for UK fans
- Safety — travel advisories, insurance, and health tips
- City Adventures — what to do in each host city beyond the match
- Beers & Bar Food — the best local craft beers and bar food by city
This Is a Holiday, Not Just a Trip
Here's the thing: your match is 90 minutes. You'll be in America for days, possibly weeks. Each host city is a world-class destination in its own right. New York. Los Angeles. Miami. Dallas. Seattle. San Francisco. Boston. Kansas City. These are legendary cities begging to be explored.
Don't go home having only seen a stadium and an airport. Check out our City Adventures guide for the best things to do between matches, and our Beers & Bar Food guide for how to eat and drink like a local in each city.
16 Host Cities
The tournament spans three countries and three time zones relevant to UK fans:
United States (11 cities): New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Boston, Kansas City
Mexico (3 cities): Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
Canada (2 cities): Toronto, Vancouver
Key Dates
- June 11, 2026 — Opening match (Mexico City)
- June 12-July 10 — Group stage and knockout rounds
- July 19, 2026 — Final (MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey)
Group draws are expected in late 2025 or early 2026. We'll update this site with fixture details as they're confirmed.
Why Plan Now?
Flights and hotels in host cities are already filling up. The earlier you book, the better your options and prices. UK fans travelling to North America need to sort:
- ESTA (USA) or eTA (Canada) visa waivers — apply online, usually approved within 72 hours
- Flights — direct routes available from London, Manchester, Edinburgh, and other UK airports
- Hotels — prices surge near match venues during tournament windows; book early
- Travel insurance — mandatory for medical cover in the USA where healthcare costs are high
Start with our Travel Guide for flight options, or check Visa Requirements to make sure your paperwork is in order.