North Texas will host nine matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Arlington’s AT&T Stadium, including two group stage matches featuring Argentina, the defending champions with Lionel Messi, and two matches involving Japan. The schedule was announced after the World Cup draw, which took place in Washington, D.C., revealing the tournament's groupings and match dates. Key group matches at AT&T Stadium include Netherlands vs. Japan on June 14, England vs. Croatia on June 17, and Argentina vs. Austria on June 22. The tournament runs from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, with a total of 104 games, including four knockout matches at AT&T Stadium, such as a semifinal. Tickets are available through various phases, with the next lottery registration opening on December 11. The draw assigned 64 nations into 12 groups, with the U.S., Canada, and Mexico as hosts, and the tournament features an expanded format with 48 teams and increased matches, including the final four teams playing eight games each. North Texas's preparations include hosting the international broadcast center at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center and a volunteer center at Fair Park. FC Dallas is also hosting a watch party for the draw, which will determine the opponents for the U.S. men's national team and other participating nations.