2026 Football Tournaments

Here’s a list of the 2026 football tournaments, including the dates, host countries, and qualified teams.

Excited about the upcoming football tournaments in 2026? From the 2026 World Cup playoffs, FIFA Women’s Champions Cup and the 2026 FIFA World Cup to the UEFA Nations League Finals, UEFA Euro 2026, Copa América, AFC Asian Cup, and the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), there’s plenty to look forward to. Football truly remains one of the most popular sports across the globe.

In 2026, many historic tournaments will be organised by FIFA and Football Associations at the international, continental, and domestic levels.

So you need to know all about the 2026 Football Tournaments for the upcoming months.

List of the 2026 Football Tournaments

List of Upcoming Football Tournaments

Here is the 2026 Football Tournament schedule for all upcoming Football leagues, including FIFA tournaments, Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, FIFA World Cup, UEFA Nations League Finals, Copa América, AFC Asian Cup, African Cup of Nations, and International Club tournaments

Here is a detailed list of all the Soccer Tournaments of 2026, including their dates and formats.

• Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)
  • Dec 21, 2025 – Jan 18, 2026
  • Host – Morocco
  • Teams – 24 teams
  • Winner: Senegal
• FIFA Women’s Champions Cup
  • Host: England
  • Dates: 8 October 2025 – 1 February 2026
  • Teams– 6 (from 6 confederations)
  • Final: Arsenal vs Corinthians
• Finalissima
  • Teams: Spain vs Argentina
  • Date 27 March 2026
  • Venue Lusail Stadium, Lusail

• FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 qualification

• World Cup 2026 Qualification Playoffs – AFC
  • Feb 2026 – Mar 2026
  • Qualified Teams – Winners to advance to the World Cup
• World Cup Qualification UEFA Second round
  • Date– 26 March to 31 March 2026
• World Cup 2026 Qualification Playoffs – CAF
  • Feb 2026 – Mar 2026
  • Teams – African qualifiers for World Cup
• World Cup 2026 Qualification Playoffs – OFC
  • Mar 2026
  • Teams – Oceania representatives

• FA Cup
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• Premier League
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• Bundesliga
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• La Liga
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• Serie A
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• Ligue 1
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026

• Coppa Italia – Second stage
  • Aug 2024 – 13 May 2026

• UEFA Champions League
  • Aug 2025 – Jun 2026
• UEFA Europa League
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• UEFA Conference League
  • Aug 2025 – May 2026
• UEFA Nations League Finals
  • Jun 2026
  • Location – Netherlands (Confirmed)
• 2026 FIFA World Cup
  • June 11 – July 19, 2026
  • Host – USA, Mexico, Canada
  • Teams – 48 teams (expanded format)
  • Final Venue – MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
• AFC Asian Cup 2026
  • Jan 12 – Feb 8, 2027
  • Host – Saudi Arabia
  • Teams – 24 teams (expanded format)

• 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup, Qatar
  • Host: Qatar
  • Dates: November
  • Teams: 48 (from 6 confederations)

• 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup Poland
  • Host: Poland
  • Dates: 5–27 September
  • Teams: 24 (from 6 confederations)
  • Venue: 4 (in 4 host cities)
• 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup Morocco
  • Host: Morocco
  • Dates: October – November
  • Teams: 24 (from 6 confederations)

List of the Big Football Tournaments in 2026

What football tournaments will be held in 2026?

International football tournaments in 2026 will feature the historic FIFA World Cup expansion to 48 teams, Copa América, AFC Asian Cup, and domestic league championships from Germany, Belgium, Brazil, the United States, the Netherlands, Denmark, France, Portugal, Croatia, Austria, Spain, and Italy.

• USA: New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Miami, Boston
• Mexico: Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
• Canada: Toronto, Vancouver

Host Cities (16 total)

2026 FIFA World Cup: The Centrepiece of Global Football

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the most anticipated event on the 2026 football calendar. With the historic expansion to 48 teams and three host nations, the tournament promises unprecedented scale and competitive balance.

• June 11, 2026: 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City

Host Cities (16 total):

• USA: New York/New Jersey, Los Angeles, Dallas, Atlanta, Houston, Kansas City, Philadelphia, Seattle, San Francisco, Miami, Boston
• Mexico: Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
• Canada: Toronto, Vancouver

Key Dates to Remember for 2026 Football Tournaments

• January 2026: Africa Cup of Nations 2025 concludes (Dec 2025 – Jan 2026)
• February-March 2026: World Cup Qualification Playoffs (AFC, CAF, OFC)
• June 2026: Copa América and UEFA Nations League Finals begin
• June 11, 2026: 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in Mexico City
• July 19, 2026: 2026 FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey
• August 2025 onwards: Domestic league seasons begin across Europe

Major club competitions include the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Conference League, which will run from August 2025 through their respective finals in spring 2026.

Domestic Leagues and Club Competitions

Domestic football leagues across Europe will continue their regular seasons from August 2025 through May 2026. These include:

• Premier League (England)
• La Liga (Spain)
• Serie A (Italy)
• Bundesliga (Germany)
• Ligue 1 (France)
• Eredivisie (Netherlands)

Major club competitions include the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Conference League, which will run from August 2025 through their respective finals in spring 2026.

Major International Tournaments in 2026

The AFC Asian Cup 2026, originally scheduled for 2026 but taking place in early 2027, will be hosted in Saudi Arabia with an expanded 24-team format.

Domestic Leagues and Club Competitions

Domestic football leagues across Europe will continue their regular seasons from August 2025 through May 2026. These include:

• Premier League (England)
• La Liga (Spain)
• Serie A (Italy)
• Bundesliga (Germany)
• Ligue 1 (France)
• Eredivisie (Netherlands)

Major club competitions include the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Europa League, and UEFA Conference League, which will run from August 2025 through their respective finals in spring 2026.

Below is a list of a few notable tournaments for the year.

Related

• 2026 Women’s Football Calendar
• Football tournaments in 2025
• 2025 Football Tournaments
• 2025 Women’s Football tournaments
• 2025 Women’s Football Schedule