Morocco eliminates Canada, Belgium knocks out the United States, and England ends Mexico’s campaign as all three host nations bow out at the same stage.
Special Report: Mehboob Ali Shaikh
The FIFA World Cup 2026 journey has come to an end for all three host nations Canada, the United States, and Mexico as each was eliminated in the Round of 16. Despite enjoying passionate home support throughout the tournament, none of the co-hosts managed to reach the quarterfinals, creating one of the most remarkable storylines in World Cup history.
Canada, which had impressed fans with outstanding performances in the group stage and the Round of 32, saw its dream run end with a 3-0 defeat to Morocco. The North African side delivered an exceptional display in both attack and defense, leaving the hosts with little opportunity to recover.
The United States, meanwhile, faced a stern challenge against European powerhouse Belgium. Belgium dominated the contest with an attacking masterclass, securing a convincing 4-1 victory and ending American hopes of a place in the quarterfinals.
Mexico fought bravely against England in a thrilling encounter but ultimately suffered a narrow 3-2 defeat, bringing the third host nation’s World Cup campaign to an end.
As a result, all three FIFA World Cup 2026 host nations were eliminated in the Round of 16, marking one of the tournament’s biggest surprises.
Although Canada, the United States, and Mexico fell short on the pitch, they achieved remarkable success as hosts. Their passionate fans, vibrant atmosphere, and outstanding organization helped make FIFA World Cup 2026 one of the most memorable tournaments in football history. With the hosts now out, the race for the World Cup title has become even more exciting as the world’s strongest football nations continue their quest for glory.
While the national teams of Canada, the United States, and Mexico did not advance beyond the Round of 16, the three countries earned widespread international praise for delivering an exceptional World Cup experience.
State of the art stadiums, efficient transportation networks, world-class security, dedicated volunteers, and outstanding hospitality combined to create a memorable tournament for millions of fans. Football supporters from every continent praised the welcoming atmosphere, excellent organization, and warm hospitality across all three host nations, while social media was filled with positive reactions celebrating their successful staging of the event.
In particular, millions of visitors from Europe, South America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East traveled to Canada, the United States, and Mexico during the tournament, providing a significant boost to tourism, hotels, restaurants, transportation services, local businesses, and the entertainment industry.
Financially, FIFA World Cup 2026 has also set new benchmarks. Revenue generated through ticket sales, tourism, sponsorships, broadcasting rights, merchandise, and local economic activity has surpassed many previous World Cup records, while host cities experienced a substantial economic boost driven by record numbers of international visitors.
The tournament has been equally historic on the pitch. Numerous long-standing records have already been broken, while unforgettable matches, dramatic comebacks, stunning upsets, and spectacular individual performances have captivated football fans around the world.
Although Canada, the United States, and Mexico are no longer in the race for the FIFA World Cup trophy, the three nations have secured a lasting legacy through their outstanding hosting, world-class infrastructure, and unforgettable experience for millions of supporters. For that reason, football experts and fans alike are already describing FIFA World Cup 2026 as a landmark tournament—not only for the action on the field but also for its organizational excellence, economic success, and the spirit of international unity it has showcased.
