2030 World Cup to feature games in six countries across two continents
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jul 17, 2026
The 2030 World Cup, marking its 100th anniversary, will see matches held in Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay, Portugal, and Spain alongside Morocco. The tournament begins with opening matches in South America on June 8 and 9, 2030, followed by the opening ceremony on June 13-14. Morocco, Portugal, and Spain will host the majority of games, with the final date set for July 21, 2030. There is speculation about the tournament expanding to a 48 or even 64-team format, similar to what will be seen in the 2026 tournament.
- •Matches planned in Uruguay, Argentina, Paraguay, Portugal, Spain, and Morocco.
- •Opening matches to occur on June 8 and 9, 2030.
- •Final scheduled for July 21, 2030.
- •Discussion over a potential 48 or 64-team format ongoing.
- •Each confederation has different plans for qualifying teams.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — 2030 World Cup will see games played on 2 continents and in 6 countries
"The 2030 World Cup will mark the 100th anniversary of the first tournament held in Uruguay.
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