To mark 100 Days to Go until the world’s biggest sporting event kicks off, the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Tournament Poster was unveiled, bringing together artistic talent from host countries Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
This is the first time in FIFA World Cup history that three artists have collaborated to produce the official tournament poster, FIFA said in a press statement on Tuesday, March 3.
The tournament unfolds this year across a record 104 matches, kicking off at Mexico City Stadium on June 11 and continuing through the Final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium in the Meadowlands, East Rutherford, New Jersey.
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“In 100 days, FIFA will welcome the world to North America to witness the greatest show on earth,” said FIFA President Gianni Infantino.
“The Official FIFA World Cup 2026 Tournament Poster captures the energy, diversity, and shared passion that will define the most inclusive edition of the tournament in history. From kick-off to the final whistle, billions of fans — in stadiums and across every continent — will experience moments that go beyond football, uniting cultures and celebrating unity on a truly global stage,” Infantino said.
As of 100 Days to Go, 42 teams have qualified for the tournament, including four debutants: Cabo Verde, Curaçao, Jordan and Uzbekistan, FIFA said on Tuesday.
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With six spots still up for grabs, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Play-Off Tournament and European play-offs, to be held during this month’s window of the Men’s International Match Calendar (March 23-31), will determine the final six teams bound for North America.
More debutants may still emerge from both the FIFA World Cup 2026 Play-Off Tournament and the European play-offs:
- New Caledonia and Suriname remain in contention, each competing in one of the FIFA World Cup 2026 Play-Off Tournament pathways.
- Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia are chasing history in the European play-offs.
Meet the Poster Artists
Carson Ting, Canada. Born in Toronto and based in Vancouver, Carson is a Canadian artist, designer, and founder of Chairman Ting. A graduate of the Ontario College of Art & Design, he began as an advertising art director for brands like Lexus, Sony, and Honda. He later joined the lead creative team for the Nike Jordan brand, working on the award-winning #RiseAboveOlympic campaign. Today, he runs his studio from Vancouver’s West End, representing Canadian creativity on the global stage.
Minerva GM, Mexico. Based in the Caribbean, Minerva is a Mexican illustrator with a career across editorial, advertising, and textile design. Born in Toluca, she developed her creative identity shaped by the city’s deep-rooted football culture and the landscapes of the Nevado de Toluca. After graduating from Tecnológico de Monterrey, she built her professional roots in Mexico City before expanding her practice to international exhibitions. Her work takes a multidisciplinary approach to storytelling, representing a vibrant, contemporary side of Mexican illustration.
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Hank Willis Thomas, United States. Based in New York, Hank Willis Thomas is a conceptual artist whose multidisciplinary practice explores identity, media, love, power, and popular culture. Born in Plainfield, New Jersey, he holds a BFA from NYU and an MFA from California College of the Arts, as well as multiple honorary doctorates. His work reflects on American cultural influence and includes major public artworks such as The Embrace in Boston and additional permanent installations across Brooklyn, Chicago, Miami, Montgomery, and San Francisco.
Official Host City Posters Showcasing Unique Spirit
The 2026 tournament also features a set of Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City Posters, showcasing the unique cultural and artistic spirit of the 16 Host Cities while celebrating the unity, diversity, and passion of the world’s most popular sport.
FIFA World Cup 2026™ is the first hosted across three nations — Canada, Mexico, and the United States — and the largest in history, featuring 48 teams across 16 Host Cities.
This art collection makes history as the first set of official city-specific posters for a FIFA World Cup™. The 16 posters serve as a visual representation of the “shared love for the beautiful game within each Host City,” according to the statement from FIFA.
The official tournament poster and other merchandise are for sale at the FIFA online store. The poster for NYNJ is for sale here.
Last Minute Ticket Sales
Fans who want to attend matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 can purchase remaining inventory closer to the tournament, when the Last-Minute Sales phase opens in April. During this window, which runs until the end of the competition, tickets will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis.
Supporters looking to immediately secure their spot at specific matches and seeking a premium, elevated matchday experience can now purchase hospitality packages, which include match tickets, at FIFA.com/hospitality.
About FIFA World Cup 2026™
The 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup is the largest in its history and will be the world’s biggest single-sport event. With 48 teams hosted across three countries in 16 Host Cities, the tournament will unite an “entire continent through football,” according to the 100 Days to Go Fact Sheet.
An estimated 6 million people are expected to have game-day tickets; about 6 billion are anticipated to engage with tournament content across linear TV, digital, streaming, social media, and FIFA platforms.
As of 100 Days to Go, 42 teams have qualified:
⚽AFC: Australia, IR Iran, Japan, Jordan, Korea Republic, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Uzbekistan
⚽CAF: Algeria, Cabo Verde, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ghana, Morocco, Senegal, South Africa, and Tunisia
⚽Concacaf: Canada, Mexico, USA, Curaçao, Haiti, and Panama
⚽CONMEBOL: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, and Uruguay
⚽OFC: New Zealand
⚽UEFA: Austria, Belgium, Croatia, England, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, and Switzerland
Of the 42 teams that had qualified by the Final Draw for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, 16 did not appear at the 2022 edition, according to the Fact Sheet.
In addition, several nations are returning to the global stage after long absences: Haiti returns to the tournament for the first time in 52 years, having made its only previous appearance in 1974; meanwhile, Austria, Norway, and Scotland are back at the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1998.
The tournament will include at least seven of the eight previous winners: Argentina, Brazil, England, France, Germany, Spain, and Uruguay. Four-time champion Italy remains in contention via the European play-offs.
