The Mexican Men’s National Team ignited a passionate nation during their tournament run on home soil, but their thrilling World Cup 2026 journey officially came to an emotional end in the Round of 16.
After sweeping through Group A unbeaten and defeating Ecuador in the Round of 32, Mexico's brave campaign was halted by a clinical England squad in a 2-3 thriller at the Mexico City Stadium (Estadio Azteca).
While the host nation is no longer in the running, Mexican soccer fans who caught the tournament bug are refusing to let the magic fade.
The high-stakes knockout bracket has shifted entirely to the United States, which now means traveling to upcoming US host venues to witness the business end of the tournament.
Full schedule of upcoming World Cup 2026 fixtures
| Date & KO Time | Match Details | Location | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 9, KO 6pm EDT | Quarter-Final 1: France vs Morocco | Gillette Stadium (Boston), USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 10, KO 6pm PDT | Quarter-Final 2: Spain vs Belgium | SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles), USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 11, KO 4pm EDT | Quarter-Final 3: Norway vs England | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami), USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 11, KO 6pm CDT | Quarter-Final 4: Argentina vs Switzerland | Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City), USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 14, KO 7pm CDT | Semi-Final 1: France/Morocco vs Spain/Belgium | Dallas Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 15, KO 8pm EDT | Semi-Final 2: Norway/England vs Argentina/Switzerland | Atlanta Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 18, KO 3pm EDT | 3rd Place Play-Off: France / Morocco / Spain / Belgium vs Norway / England / Argentina / Switzerland | Miami Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
| July 19, KO 3pm EDT | World Cup Final: France / Morocco / Spain / Belgium vs Norway / England / Argentina / Switzerland | New York New Jersey Stadium, USA | Buy Tickets |
How to get tickets to World Cup 2026 matches in Mexico
As of today, the major official World Cup ticket lotteries (including the Visa Presale, Early Ticket Draw, and the post-draw Random Selection Draw) have officially concluded.
With over 500 million requests processed during those phases, primary availability is now at an all-time low.
Here's what you need to know at a glance:
- The Last-Minute Sales Phase is currently live, having launched on April 1. Unlike previous rounds, this is not a lottery. Tickets are being sold on a strictly first-come, first-served basis with immediate confirmation. This represents the final opportunity to purchase official tickets directly from FIFA.
- The Official FIFA Resale Marketplace is also open. This platform is now the primary authorized destination for fans to buy and sell verified tickets at regulated prices as the tournament approaches.
- Alternatively, fans may look to secondary marketplaces like StubHub for last-minute tickets. Remember to check the T&Cs of any secondary sites for tickets you're buying.
How much are World Cup 2026 match tickets in Mexico?
Match tickets for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in Mexico are split into the following categories:
- Category 1: The most expensive, located in the lower seating tier.
- Category 2: Spans both upper and lower tiers outside Category 1 areas.
- Category 3: Mainly in the upper tier, beyond Categories 1 and 2.
- Category 4: The most affordable, located in the upper tier outside the other categories.
Prices have fluctuated throughout the various ticket releases/sales phases. Early estimates are shown below:
| Stage | Ticket price range |
|---|---|
| Group Stage (excl. host nations) | $60 - $620 |
| Group Stage (US, Canada & Mexico matches) | $75 - $2,735 |
| Round of 32 | $105 - $750 |
| Round of 16 | $170 - $980 |
What are the World Cup 2026 venues in Mexico?
FIFA World Cup 2026 matches played in Mexico will be staged at the following three venues:
- Estadio Banorte (Mexico City): Capacity: 83,000
- Estadio BBVA (Guadalupe): Capacity: 53,500
- Estadio Akron (Zapopan): Capacity: 48,000
What to expect from the World Cup 2026 matches in Mexico
Huge fervent crowds attended previous Mexico editions of the World Cup and large numbers are expected at all matches once again, even though hosting responsibilities are being shared with the United States and Canada.
Mexico’s 40-year wait for the greatest tournament in sport to return to its shores is almost over. The Latin American nation held momentous World Cup tournaments in both 1970 and 1986 and becomes the first country to host or co-host the men's event three times.
The fact that both of Mexico’s previous best World Cup performances came when they hosted the tournament; they reached the last-8 stage in both 1970 & 1986, will encourage all El Tri fanatics to go and see their side in action.
A further boost to the Mexican masses, is that their side haven’t lost an international on home soil since a 1-0 defeat to Chile in October 2018, that’s an unbeaten run of 20 matches and counting.
Other nations, aside from Mexico, playing at least two World Cup 2026 matches on Mexican soil, include South Africa, South Korea, Colombia and Tunisia.