What is Host City? Football Definition & Meaning

World Cup 2026 Rules & Context

For 2026, 16 cities across Canada (2), Mexico (3), and the USA (11) were selected. Each city provides a stadium, public transit, and a FIFA fan zone area. Use this context alongside the official match schedule and stadium guides when planning viewing parties or travel between host cities.

Practical Example

“Toronto is one of the Canadian host cities, hosting matches at BMO Field.”