Soccer fever is gearing up and the countdown to summer 2026 is already building excitement.
The International Football Tournament returns to North America and this time for the first time it will be with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The tournament will be held from June 11 – July 19, jointly hosted by sixteen cities—eleven in the United States, three in Mexico, and two in Canada.
It will be the first international soccer tournament to feature 48 countries instead of 32, making it the biggest in history.
The opening ceremonies are being coordinated across Mexico City, Los Angeles, and Toronto.
Guadalajara hosts 4 group-stage matches at Estadio Akron. The stadium opened in 2010 and is home of Chivas Guadalajara. The capacity is around 49,000 for the tournaments.
The atmosphere at the Guadalajara games will be incredible. Crowds are known for nonstop singing, giant flags, and great energy.
Transportation will be more difficult than in Mexico City or Atlanta. The stadium is on the western side of the metro area and isn’t as transit-connected. Expect major traffic, heavy rideshare demands, and long post-game exits.
The best way to get to the stadium is to take the Mi Macro Periférico BRT line, exit at Estación Estadio Chivas, and walk via the dedicated pedestrian route (“Andador Chivas”).
The walk is usually about 10–20 minutes.
Arrive very early as security is expected to be intense.
There will be several fan zones in Guadalajara, like Plaza de Armas or Guadalajara historic city centre.
Get ready to discover iconic landmarks, world-class venues, vibrant neighborhoods, and 39-days of fan celebrations across the region.
Introducing the North America Football 2026 eSIM package
Red Bull MOBILE has you covered with a plan built specifically for the tournament. The North America Football 2026 package is a single eSIM that works seamlessly across all three host countries USA, Mexico and Canada at a rate of €1 per GB. No roaming surprises. No SIM swapping at every border. Just reliable data, wherever the matches are.
You can get it at esim.redbullmobile.com and activate it right on your phone with no physical SIM, no queuing at an airport kiosk.
Why an eSIM is the smart choice for International Football Tournament travel
An eSIM is a digital SIM card that’s built into your phone. You download a connectivity plan directly, no plastic, no hardware. For travellers heading to the tournaments, this means:
Instant activation: download and go, before you even board your flight.
- Keep your home number: use your regular SIM for calls while the eSIM handles your data.
- One plan, three countries: the North America Football 2026 package switches automatically between US, Mexican, and Canadian networks.
- Transparent pricing: at €1/GB, you always know exactly what you’re paying.
What will you use it for?
From streaming match replays in your hotel room, to sharing photos from inside the stadium, to navigating between venues in cities you’ve never been to, your phone is your companion during the tournaments. Don’t let a bad connection hold you back.
Whether you’re catching a group stage match in Los Angeles, the quarterfinals in Guadalajara, or the final in New York, the North America Football 2026 eSIM keeps you online from kickoff to the final whistle.
Ready to get connected?
Pick up the North America Football 2026 eSIM package at esim.redbullmobile.com. It takes minutes to set up and works the moment you land.
