The countdown to FIFA World Cup 26™ has begun, with the official tournament draw having taken place today, setting the stage for what promises to be one of the biggest sporting events in history.
Smart Aviation, one of the UK’s leading providers of global sports charters, is ready to play its part. Building on two decades of expertise in international sports logistics, Smart will provide tailored charter solutions for teams, federations, media, and fan groups travelling between host cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. With a proven track record in managing complex sporting operations worldwide, Smart’s dedicated team will ensure every flight runs seamlessly, offering the flexibility, reliability, and precision that have become the hallmarks of the brand.
The 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup will take place from 11 June to 19 July 2026, jointly hosted across 16 cities, the first time in history the tournament will be staged across three nations. It will also mark the debut of an expanded 48-team format, up from 32. The tournament will kick off on 11 June 2026, with the final confirmed for MetLife Stadium in New York/New Jersey on Sunday 19 July 2026.
Here are the 16 host cities:
- United States (11): Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, New York/New Jersey, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle
- Canada (2): Toronto, Vancouver
- Mexico (3): Mexico City, Guadalajara, Monterrey
Stadiums include Mercedes-Benz Stadium (Atlanta), Gillette Stadium (Boston), AT&T Stadium (Dallas), NRG Stadium (Houston), Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City), SoFi Stadium (Los Angeles), Hard Rock Stadium (Miami), MetLife Stadium (New York/New Jersey), Lincoln Financial Field (Philadelphia), Levi’s Stadium (San Francisco Bay Area), and Lumen Field (Seattle). In Canada, matches will be played at BMO Field (Toronto) and BC Place (Vancouver), while Mexico will host fixtures at Estadio Azteca (Mexico City), Estadio Akron (Guadalajara), and Estadio BBVA (Monterrey).
Matt Feldon, Head of Charter at Smart Aviation, said: “With the world’s biggest football tournament returning next year, we’re already seeing strong interest from teams, federations, and media groups looking for flexible aircraft charter solutions across North America. Our experience in managing large-scale sporting operations means we understand the logistics, the timings, and the pressure that come with tournaments of this size. We’re excited to play our part in connecting the world of football during FIFA World Cup 26™.”
For all aircraft charter enquiries, contact us via sales@smart-aviation.co.uk or call +441293 551244
