The excitement leading up to the 2026 World Cup is already beginning to be felt in Mexico, and Monterrey is no exception. The World Cup Tour in Monterrey has been confirmed as part of the official FIFA trophy tour, an experience that will allow thousands of fans to see one of the most important symbols of world soccer up close.
With just a few months to go before the 2026 World Cup —to be held in Mexico, the United States, and Canada—kicks off, FIFA announced that the trophy will tour different cities across the country. This tour aims to bring World Cup excitement to fans before the opening whistle.
Dates and venue of the World Cup Tour in Monterrey
According to the information presented at a press conference, the World Cup Tour in Monterrey will take place from March 14 to 16, and the venue will be Estadio Monterrey, one of the most important sports venues in the north of the country.
Although details about access, schedules, or whether there will be any cost have not yet been revealed, it is expected that the logistics will be announced soon so that the public can attend, take photos, and enjoy the World Cup experience.
What other cities will the tour visit in Mexico?
Before and after the World Cup Tour in Monterrey, the trophy will visit other cities in the country.
The itinerary includes Guadalajara from February 28 to March 2, León on March 4 and 5, Veracruz on March 6 and 7, Chihuahua on March 9 and 10, and Querétaro on March 11 and 12.
After its stop in Monterrey, the tour will continue in Puebla (March 18 and 19) and Mérida (March 21 and 22). Finally, it will arrive in Mexico City from June 5 to 8, closing its tour prior to the start of the World Cup.
It should be noted that the 2026 World Cup will officially kick off on June 11 at the Azteca Stadium, with the opening match between Mexico and South Africa, marking a historic moment for soccer in the country.