Chile and Venezuela to co-host 2026 FIFA World Cup

South American nations join forces to stage historic event

Tournament to be held in Santiago and Caracas

In a historic development, Chile and Venezuela have been announced as the co-hosts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This will be the first time that the tournament will be held in South America since Brazil in 2014.

The decision was made by FIFA's Council at a meeting in Zurich, Switzerland. Chile and Venezuela were chosen ahead of a bid from Morocco.

The 2026 World Cup will be the first to feature 48 teams, up from the current 32. The tournament will be played across 16 cities in Chile and Venezuela.

The opening match of the tournament will be held at the Estadio Nacional in Santiago, Chile, on June 14, 2026. The final will be played at the Estadio Olímpico in Caracas, Venezuela, on July 12, 2026.

The 2026 World Cup is expected to be one of the most competitive and exciting tournaments in history. With 48 teams competing for the title, there is sure to be plenty of drama and excitement.

Chile and Venezuela have a rich history of football

Both Chile and Venezuela have a rich history of football. Chile has won the Copa América twice, in 2015 and 2016. Venezuela has never won a major international trophy, but they have reached the semi-finals of the Copa América twice, in 2011 and 2019.

The 2026 World Cup will be a great opportunity for Chile and Venezuela to showcase their footballing talent to the world. The tournament is sure to be a success, and it will leave a lasting legacy in both countries.

The 2026 World Cup will be a major economic boost for Chile and Venezuela

The 2026 World Cup is expected to be a major economic boost for Chile and Venezuela. The tournament is expected to generate billions of dollars in revenue, and it will create thousands of jobs.

The World Cup will also be a great opportunity for Chile and Venezuela to promote tourism. The tournament is expected to attract millions of visitors from around the world, and it will give both countries a chance to showcase their natural beauty and cultural heritage.

The 2026 World Cup is a major opportunity for Chile and Venezuela. The tournament will be a great success, and it will leave a lasting legacy in both countries.