This week marks one year until FIFA World Cup 26 action arrives in Miami, with seven electrifying matches set for Hard Rock Stadium (to be named Miami Stadium during the matches) in Miami Gardens.

The destination is already at the epicentre of international sports. From the FIFA Club World Cup kicking off this week to marquee annual events like the Capital One Orange Bowl, Miami Open and Miami Marathon—and a blockbuster lineup of international tournaments on the horizon—Miami continues to prove itself as a global magnet for world-class competition.

This summer, Greater Miami will host legendary clubs, including Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Boca Juniors, and Inter Miami, for the FIFA Club World Cup (June 14–July 13).

These matches will help heat up the atmosphere ahead of the World Cup 2026, when seven matches—spanning the group stages through the quarterfinal and bronze medal playoff—will bring fans to Miami Stadium starting mid-June 2026.

“Today marks more than just a countdown—it’s a celebration of Greater Miami’s role on the world stage,” said David Whitaker, president & CEO of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB).

“The road to the FIFA World Cup runs right through our vibrant and globally connected community. Over the next year alone, we’ll host everything from the FIFA Club World Cup and the NHL Winter Classic to the College Football National Championship, the World Baseball Classic, and the NASCAR Championship.

“Very few destinations can deliver that breadth of global competition in such an iconic, culturally rich setting. Miami has become a magnet for the most prestigious sporting events on the planet—not just because of our world-class venues, but because of the energy and unforgettable experiences that only this destination can offer.”

Miami stands out as one of the most vibrant and energetic destinations on the 2026 FIFA World Cup circuit. Its strong Latin American and Caribbean influences fuel a unique atmosphere, where spontaneous street celebrations, colourful fan gatherings, and nightlife that stretches into the early morning are part of the experience.

In Miami, it’s not uncommon to spend the afternoon at a world-class match and the evening relaxing by the ocean or cruising on the bay. This effortless mix of global sports excitement and tropical leisure creates a travel experience that’s unlike anywhere else.

Miami: A year-round powerhouse for global events

Sports fans will be interested in the schedule for the FIFA events. The dates for the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup in Miami, from June 14 to July 13, are:
● June 14: Al Ahly FC vs. Inter Miami CF
● June 16: CA Boca Juniors vs. SL Benfica
● June 18: Real Madrid vs. Al Hilal
● June 20: FC Bayern Munich vs. CA Boca Juniors

● June 23: Inter Miami CF vs. SE Palmeiras
● June 25: Mamelodi Sundowns FC vs. Fluminense FC
● June 29: Round of 16 – 1D vs. 2D
● July 1: Round of 16 – 1H vs. 2G

Match dates featuring Miami in the 2026 FIFA World Cup are as follows:

1. June 15: Match 13 – group stage
2. June 21: Match 37 – group stage
3. June 24: Match 49 – group stage
4. June 27: Match 71 – group stage
5. July 3: Match 86 – round of 32
6. July 11: Match 99 – quarterfinal
7. July 18: Match 103 – Third-place bronze medal playoff

“From fútbol to football, hockey to motorsports, tennis to marathon and open-water swimming, Miami doesn’t just host events – we set the stage for unforgettable global moments,” added Whitaker. “This is the power of a destination that knows how to welcome the world – and keep it coming back.”