When Is The Next World Cup?

It’s never too early to look ahead to the next FIFA World Cup, right? So that’s exactly what we’re doing on the heels of the 2026 World Cup, which delivered some incredible moments from superstars and breakout players alike. 

It was also the biggest World Cup in history with 48 teams that competed across three countries, leading to the final at New York New Jersey Stadium. It was unquestionably unforgettable, and fans from all over the globe had their moments in the spotlight too.

But as we look ahead, here’s what to know about the next women’s and men’s FIFA World Cups.

Players of Spain celebrate during the awarding ceremony of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Sydney, Australia, Aug. 20, 2023. (Photo by Guo Lei/Xinhua via Getty Images)

Good news: The next FIFA World Cup is less than a year away, and the world’s best women’s teams are up next. The next women’s World Cup will kick off on June 24, 2027, with the final set for July 25, 2027.

Of course, after the 2026 edition, the next men’s World Cup is four years away and set for 2030. The next men’s World Cup is scheduled to begin on June 8, 2030 and will end on July 21, 2030.

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