The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America is right around the corner, and it’s time to get excited. The competition will take place in 16 different host cities, meaning that there will be an eclectic mix of stadiums and logos on display.

Planning for the World Cup

Anyone planning on attending the competition will have to choose whether to visit the USA, Mexico, or Canada. For the most ambitious fans, there’s also the option to hop between all three.

There are plenty of apps that can assist with travel arrangements, allowing you to book hotels and transport in the same place. You may also want help choosing a betting app to wager on the matches. For this, there are comparison sites that compare all the ratings and reviews of the main options.

Now that the logistics are covered, let’s look at our top five locations with logos.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium – Atlanta, Georgia, USA

The Mercedes-Benz Stadium is home to Atlanta United FC, which is one of the most successful expansion teams in the MLS. The logo is a sleek design with a large golden letter A as the centerpiece. This is on a striped red-and-black background and enclosed in a circle. On the outer time, the Atlanta United FC name is printed on a black background.

BMO Field – Toronto, Ontario, Canada

For people hoping to catch some World Cup games in Canada, the BMO Field may be the best place to go. The stadium is the home of Toronto FC, whose logo is inspired by the classic European-style crest. It has a stylized maple leaf at its heart, staying true to the club’s national roots. The shield design uses a red-and-grey palette which represents strength and loyalty.

Estadio Azteca – Mexico City, Mexico

Mexico is home to some incredible stadiums, and the Estadio Azteca has witnessed some of football's greatest moments. This location will surely attract a lot of traveling fans, with many people keen to visit the home of Club América. The unique logo is a circular crest with the letters CA laid over a yellow map of the Americas.

SoFi Stadium – Inglewood, California, USA

The USA will host the highest number of games at the World Cup, and many of these are worth a visit. The SoFi Stadium in California is the iconic home ground of the LA Galaxy, one of the most famous teams in MLS. LA Galaxy’s crest is a starburst shield with navy and gold coloring, topped with a galaxy star.

Lumen Field – Seattle, Washington, USA

Seattle Sounders FC’s Lumen Field is one of the liveliest venues in the MLS, and is likely to be a buzzing venue in next year’s tournament. The club’s logo is a modern, blue-and-green shield with the iconic Space Needle at its center. It simply says 1974, referencing the original Sounders franchise that competed in the NASL between 1974 and 1983.

Logo fans are likely to greatly enjoy the World Cup, with many different badges on display. These are just a few of the great emblems to check out in the competition – there will be plenty more to see next summer.