The World is Coming to KC

FIFA World Cup 26™

Kansas City Takes the World Stage

Selected as one of 16 host cities across North America for the FIFA World Cup 26™, KC may be the smallest market chosen — but our ambition and heart are unmatched.

A sports town like no other, KC boasts a prime location, a world-class airport and a skyline full of energy. From Big 12 Championships and CONCACAF Gold Cup matches to Super Bowl parades and the 2023 NFL Draft, our region is built to host the biggest events in sports.

Now, FIFA World Cup 26™ will bring millions of fans and six official matches, including a quarter-final, to the heart of America.

Stay in the Game

For the latest updates — from match schedules to the FIFA Fan Festival™ — visit the official home of FIFA World Cup 26™ Kansas City.

KC: The Soccer Capital of America

Soccer is part of KC’s DNA. From record-setting watch parties to world-class facilities, passion for the game thrives at every level. Children’s Mercy Park redefined fan experience, and CPKC Stadium — the first stadium built for a women’s professional team — is setting a new global standard.

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