The 2030 FIFA World Cup will make history as the first tournament to be held across three continents and six countries. While Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will serve as the tournament’s primary hosts, Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay will each stage one opening “Centenary Celebration” match to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first FIFA World Cup, which was held in Uruguay in 1930.
With dozens of matches spread across Europe, Africa, and South America, fans will experience one of the most geographically diverse World Cups ever organized.
2030 FIFA World Cup host countries
The 2030 FIFA World Cup will be played in:
- Spain
- Portugal
- Morocco
- Argentina (one opening match)
- Paraguay (one opening match)
- Uruguay (one opening match)
After the three centenary matches in South America, the tournament will continue in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco for the remainder of the competition.
Full list of 2030 FIFA World Cup stadiums
Spain (11 stadiums)
Spain will host the largest number of venues in the tournament.
- Santiago Bernabéu – Madrid
- Metropolitano Stadium – Madrid
- Camp Nou – Barcelona
- RCDE Stadium – Barcelona metropolitan area
- San Mamés – Bilbao
- Anoeta Stadium – San Sebastián
- La Cartuja – Seville
- La Rosaleda – Málaga
- Nueva Romareda – Zaragoza
- Estadio Gran Canaria – Las Palmas
- Riazor Stadium – A Coruña
Portugal (3 stadiums)
Portugal’s three stadiums have all previously hosted major international competitions.
- Estádio da Luz – Lisbon
- Estádio José Alvalade – Lisbon
- Estádio do Dragão – Porto
Morocco (6 stadiums)
Morocco becomes the second African nation to host FIFA World Cup matches after South Africa in 2010.
- Hassan II Stadium – Casablanca
- Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium – Rabat
- Ibn Battouta Stadium – Tangier
- Marrakech Stadium – Marrakech
- Adrar Stadium – Agadir
- Fez Stadium – Fez
South American centenary match stadiums
To celebrate 100 years since the inaugural FIFA World Cup, three iconic South American stadiums will host the tournament’s opening centenary matches.
Uruguay
- Estadio Centenario – Montevideo
The Estadio Centenario hosted the 1930 FIFA World Cup Final and remains one of the sport’s most historic venues.
Argentina
- Estadio Monumental – Buenos Aires
Argentina’s largest stadium is expected to host the nation’s commemorative opening match.
Paraguay
- Estadio Osvaldo Domínguez Dibb – Asunción
Paraguay will also stage one centenary fixture before the tournament shifts to Europe and Africa.
Which stadium will host the 2030 FIFA World Cup Final?
FIFA has not yet officially announced the venue for the 2030 FIFA World Cup Final.
The leading candidates include:
- Hassan II Stadium (Casablanca, Morocco)
- Santiago Bernabéu (Madrid, Spain)
- Camp Nou (Barcelona, Spain)
The newly planned Hassan II Stadium has attracted considerable attention due to its proposed capacity of approximately 115,000 spectators, which would make it one of the largest football stadiums in the world.
How many stadiums will host the 2030 FIFA World Cup?
The tournament is currently expected to use 21 stadiums across the six host nations:
- Spain: 11
- Portugal: 3
- Morocco: 6
- Argentina: 1
- Paraguay: 1
- Uruguay: 1
This unprecedented setup reflects FIFA’s desire to celebrate the tournament’s centenary while showcasing football across multiple continents.
Why is the 2030 FIFA World Cup being held in six countries?
The expanded hosting arrangement honors the 100-year anniversary of the FIFA World Cup. Uruguay, Argentina, and Paraguay will stage ceremonial opening matches in recognition of South America’s role in launching the competition in 1930, while Spain, Portugal, and Morocco will host the remainder of the 48-team tournament.
The 2030 edition promises to be one of the most unique World Cups in history, combining iconic historic venues with state-of-the-art stadiums across Europe, Africa, and South America.