Weston McKennie discusses the state of the USMNT ahead of World Cup
Soccer standout Weston McKennie discusses the state of the USMNT and how Mauricio Pochettino is getting the squad ready ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, is officially one year away. This month-long soccer tournament will feature 104 matches with 48 teams competing across 16 host cities in the three countries.
In the U.S., Fox Sports will serve as the official English-language broadcasters, with some of their most notable studio hosts returning, including former USMNT stars Alexi Lalas and Landon Donovan.
When asked about the anticipation for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup ahead of the 2026 World Cup, Donovan expressed in a news conference that this is a significant boost for the host country, setting the stage for an even more thrilling World Cup.
“The more soccer that is on, the better it is for everyone regarding the FIFA Club World Cup,” Donovan said optimistically during the news conference. “It is going to give fans the opportunity to watch games all summer and they will help build the anticipation for the World Cup next year.”
The World Cup will begin on Thursday, June 11, 2026, at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, followed by a second match at Estadio Guadalajara.
When is the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will kick off on Thursday, June 11, 2026 and conclude on July 19, 2026.
Where will the 2026 FIFA World Cup be held?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place in the United States, Canada and Mexico, with the majority of matches hosted in the USA.
How to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
In the United States, Fox holds the broadcast rights for the entire tournament, while NBCUniversal will air the Spanish-language rights and Bell Media will broadcast the games in Canada.
