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FeaturesJun 18, 2026·FIFA News Desk

Host Cities Roar: Record Crowds Pack Stadiums Across North America

From coast to coast, fans have turned the World Cup 2026 into a festival, setting attendance records at venues across three nations.

Host Cities Roar: Record Crowds Pack Stadiums Across North America

The World Cup 2026 is not just a football tournament — it is a continent-wide celebration, and the fans have shown up in record numbers.

A festival atmosphere

Across 16 host cities in the United States, Canada and Mexico, supporters have created an electric backdrop. Fan zones are overflowing and stadiums are routinely sold out.

A logistical triumph

Staging the biggest World Cup ever across three countries was always going to be a challenge. So far, organisers have delivered, with fans travelling between host cities to follow their teams.

  • Sell-out crowds at marquee fixtures
  • Vibrant fan zones in every host city
  • A genuine cross-border celebration of the game
  • The legacy

    Win or lose, the 2026 tournament is already leaving its mark on North American football, inspiring a new generation of supporters.

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