It was announced by Gianni Infantino through his social networks. The 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup will be held in North America, with the United States, Canada and Mexico hosting the tournament.

FIFA World Cup Final Will Feature an Unprecedented Entertainment Extravaganza The 2026 FIFA World Cup final is set to make history not just on the field, but off it as well. FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed that for the first time ever,

It sounds like Chris Martin of Coldplay could play a pivotal role in FIFA’s 2026 World Cup halftime show. According to FIFA president Gianni Infantino, Martin and Phil Harvey — who have worked together as a part of Coldplay — are helping find artists to perform the first World Cup halftime show in 2026.

FIFA, world football's governing body, announced in September that the final in 2026 will include a halftime show for the first time.