Overview
- The tournament runs June 11–July 19 across the United States, Mexico and Canada, opening with Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca and concluding at MetLife Stadium, with both fixtures at 8pm UK time.
- The first 48-team edition uses 12 groups of four; 42 nations are confirmed with six to be decided in March play-offs, and the round of 32 begins on June 28 at SoFi Stadium.
- Fans must apply via the FIFA ticketing portal with a FIFA ID before January 13, with notifications expected in late January and automatic payments in February.
- Prices range from a supporter entry tier around £45 ($60) to final tickets up to £5,016, with remaining inventory to be offered first-come in spring and an official resale marketplace to follow.
- England are in Group L with all games in the USA: Croatia on June 17 in Arlington (9pm UK), Ghana on June 23 in Foxborough (9pm UK), and Panama on June 27 in East Rutherford (10pm UK).