It's not only the co-hosts themselves who long to make it through to the World Cup knockout stages. The prospect of USA and Mexico locking horns would thrill soccer supporters worldwide, as it would prove to be one of the biggest match-ups of the whole tournament.
The sides have been involved in some epic encounters. The latest occurred last summer, when Mexico came out on top in the CONCACAF Gold Cup Final in Houston. El Tri roared back after an early setback to seal a 2-1 victory in front of 70,925 at NRG Stadium.
GOAL will show you everything you need to know about securing World Cup 2026 tickets, including where to buy and ticket prices.
When is USA v Mexico at the World Cup 2026?
At the FIFA World Cup 2026, a match between USA and Mexico is not currently on the schedule.
As the neighbours and rivals are in different groups for the opening stage, they cannot play each other until the knockout rounds.
For this to happen, both teams must progress past the group stage and be drawn against each other (or meet naturally in the bracket) during the Round of 16, Quarter-finals, Semi-finals, or the Final.
USA World Cup 2026 Fixtures
The United States will be hoping for further improvement under the guidance of Mauricio Pochettino. This is the Group D schedule that awaits the co-hosts:
Date | Fixture | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
Fri June 12 | United States vs Paraguay | SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | |
Fri June 19 | United States vs Australia | Lumen Field (Seattle) | |
Thu June 25 | Turkey vs United States | SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) |
Mexico World Cup 2026 Fixtures
Mexico were slow out of the blocks at the Qatar World Cup in 2022, failing to score in either of their first two group games. They'll be hoping to spark into life as co-hosts during the forthcoming fixtures:
Date | Fixture | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
Thu June 11 | Mexico vs South Africa | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) | |
Thu June 18 | Mexico vs South Korea | Estadio Akron (Zapopan) | |
Wed June 24 | Czech Republic vs Mexico | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) |
How to buy World Cup 2026 tickets?
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale and early Random Selection Draws) have concluded. With record-breaking demand, primary availability via the initial phases is now extremely limited.
Here is the current status of ticket sales:
- Last-Minute Sales Phase: This phase is currently live and operates on a first-come, first-served basis. Unlike the lotteries, these are real-time transactions. This is the final window to buy directly from FIFA.
- Official FIFA Resale Marketplace: This is the only authorized platform for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at face value. It will remain open until the end of the tournament.
- Secondary Marketplaces: Fans can also find tickets on platforms like StubHub. These are often the best options for high-demand knockout games, though prices may vary from face value. Always check the T&Cs of the secondary site before purchasing.
How much are World Cup 2026 tickets?
FIFA has implemented variable pricing for the 2026 tournament. Tickets for the Group Stage start as low as $60 (for specific Supporter Tiers), while prices for the Final can reach up to $6,730.
Below are the estimated price ranges for the current tournament phases:
Category | Group Stage | Round of 16 - Quarters | Semis & Final |
|---|---|---|---|
Category 1 | $250 - $400 | $600 - $1,200 | $1,500 - $6,730 |
Category 2 | $150 - $280 | $400 - $800 | $1,000 - $4,210 |
Category 3 | $100 - $200 | $200 - $500 | $600 - $2,790 |
Category 4 | $60 - $120 | $150 - $350 | $400 - $2,030 |
USA vs Mexico: Head-to-head record
USA and Mexico have met 81 times in total since 1934. These are the latest ten results between the sides:
Date | Fixture | Score | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
July 2025 | CONCACAF Gold Cup Final: USA vs Mexico | 1-2 | NRG Stadium (Houston) |
October 2024 | Friendly: Mexico vs USA | 2-0 | Estadio Akron (Zapopan) |
March 2024 | CONCACAF Nations League Final: USA vs Mexico | 2-0 | AT&T Stadium (Arlington) |
June 2023 | CONCACAF Nations League S/F: USA vs Mexico | 3-0 | Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas) |
April 2023 | Friendly:USA vs Mexico | 1-1 | State Farm Stadium (Glendale) |
March 2022 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier: Mexico vs USA | 0-0 | Estadio Azteca (Mexico City) |
November 2021 | FIFA World Cup Qualifier: USA vs Mexico | 2-0 | TQL Stadium (Cincinnati) |
August 2021 | CONCACAF Gold Cup Final: USA vs Mexico | 1-0 | Allegiant Stadium (Las Vegas) |
June 2021 | CONCACAF Nations League Final: USA v Mexico | 3-2 (aet) | Empower Field at Mile High (Denver) |
September 2019 | Friendly: USA vs Mexico | 0-3 | MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) |
What are the FIFA World Cup 2026 venues?
In June 2022, the sixteen FIFA World Cup 2026 host cities were announced (two in Canada, three in Mexico, and eleven in the United States). Check out the cities and the stadiums that will be used as venues below:
Country | Stadium (City) | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
Canada | BC Place (Vancouver) | 54,000 |
BMO Field (Toronto) | 45,000 | |
Mexico | Estadio Banorte (Mexico City) | 83,000 |
Estadio Akron (Guadalajara) | 48,000 | |
Estadio BBVA (Monterrey) | 53,500 | |
United States | Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta) | 75,000 |
Gillette Stadium (Foxborough) | 65,000 | |
AT&T Stadium (Dallas) | 94,000 | |
NRG Stadium (Houston) | 72,000 | |
Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City) | 73,000 | |
SoFi Stadium (Inglewood) | 70,000 | |
Hard Rock Stadium (Miami) | 65,000 | |
MetLife Stadium (East Rutherford) | 82,500 | |
Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia) | 69,000 | |
Levi's Stadium (San Francisco) | 71,000 | |
Lumen Field (Seattle) | 69,000 |