FIFA has officially confirmed the ticket sales process for the 2026 World Cup in Canada, with matches set to take place across two host cities: Toronto and Vancouver. The tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States and Mexico, kicks off in June 2026.
Fans looking to attend matches in Canada must register through the official FIFA ticketing portal. The first phase of ticket sales is expected to open in late 2025, with a random draw system for high-demand matches. Prices have not yet been announced, but FIFA has stated that affordable options will be available for local supporters.
Toronto will host matches at BMO Field, which will undergo temporary expansion to increase its capacity to over 45,000 seats for the tournament. The stadium, located on the city’s Exhibition Place grounds, will host group stage matches as well as a Round of 32 fixture.
Vancouver will use BC Place, the iconic domed stadium with a capacity of 54,500. The venue will host group stage matches and one knockout round game. Vancouver last hosted World Cup matches in 1986, making this a historic return for the city.
The match schedule for Canadian venues is as follows:
Toronto (BMO Field):
– June 12, 2026: Group B match
– June 16, 2026: Group E match
– June 20, 2026: Group H match
– June 23, 2026: Group L match
– June 29, 2026: Round of 32
Vancouver (BC Place):
– June 13, 2026: Group C match
– June 17, 2026: Group F match
– June 21, 2026: Group I match
– June 24, 2026: Group K match
– July 2, 2026: Round of 32
Canada’s national team will play its group stage matches in Toronto, with the exact opponents to be determined by the draw scheduled for December 2025. The Canadian men’s team qualified automatically as co-hosts and will be making their second World Cup appearance, following their debut in 2022.
FIFA has confirmed that all 16 host cities across North America will use a centralized ticketing system. Fans can apply for tickets in multiple categories, including standard admission, hospitality packages, and accessible seating. A resale platform will also be available for ticket holders who can no longer attend.
Transportation between venues within Canada is expected to be a key consideration for fans. Toronto and Vancouver are approximately 4,400 kilometers apart, with direct flights taking around five hours. Both cities have extensive public transit networks connecting their stadiums to downtown areas and airports.
Accommodation prices in both cities are expected to rise significantly during the tournament. FIFA has partnered with official hotel providers to offer packages, but fans are advised to book early. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with the final taking place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.
For Canadian fans, this marks the first time the country has hosted World Cup matches since the inaugural tournament in 1930, when Uruguay hosted. The 2026 edition will be the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, expanded from the current 32-team format.
