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Soccer fans from around the world are expected to descend on Boston this summer as the city hosts seven matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The tournament, which runs from June 11 through July 19, is the largest in World Cup history, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico. Boston will host five group-stage matches, a Round of 32 match and a quarterfinal at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough.

The World Cup is already influencing travel plans across North America as fans book flights, hotels and transportation around the tournament. Many visitors are expected to build vacations around the event, extending their stays to explore destinations beyond the stadium. For Boston, that means an opportunity to showcase everything from its historic landmarks and waterfront neighborhoods to its museums, restaurants and thriving summer events calendar.

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