CHANNAHON, IL — Fans in Channahon and Minooka can’t see the action in person, but can still find plenty of places to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the world’s biggest soccer tournament.
The USA takes the field at 7 p.m. Wednesday against Bosnia and Herzegovina in San Francisco.
During the 2026 World Cup, fans from around the globe have come to North America for matches that are being played across the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The 2026 World Cup runs 39 days, starting June 11 and ending July 19. For the first time, the tournament will feature 48 teams, making it the largest World Cup ever.
Eleven U.S. cities — Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and Rutherford, New Jersey — are hosting matches.
Given the massive popularity of the World Cup, sports bars across the country are expected to draw large and energetic crowds. Some to consider in Channahon and Minooka (call ahead to confirm!) include:
For more information on game times, view the World Cup schedule at fifa.com/en/tournaments/mens/worldcup/canadamexicousa2026/articles/match-schedule-fixtures-results-teams-stadiums.
The Associated Press contributed reporting.
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