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North America 2026 X Russia 2018! Discover the cities hosting FIFA World Cup games this year
There are 11 cities located throughout Russia playing host to the world's most prestigious international soccer tournament
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As it was just announced, FIFA’s 200-plus member associations voted to handle 2026 World Cup hosting rights to the United States, Canada and Mexico. With Russia preparing to kick off the matches, host cities around the country are getting ready to greet soccer fans from around the globe. Will North Americans be able to enchant tourists in 2026 as much as these beautiful 12 cities are doing in 2018?
There's some great sporting action to look forward to in each city. But there's also plenty of tourist attractions to take in before and after the whistle blows.
Click through the gallery for more about the destinations and ideas of where to go and what to see in Russia.
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