Your Complete Guide to the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, featuring 48 teams competing in 104 matches. The tournament begins on June 11 in Mexico City and concludes with the final on July 19 at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. Controversies surrounding ticket prices and participation issues have emerged as excitement builds for the event.
- ▪The tournament will take place across three countries: the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
- ▪It is the first World Cup to feature 48 teams, divided into 12 groups of four.
- ▪The final match will be held at MetLife Stadium on July 19, featuring a half-time show.
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Taking place across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, the 2026 FIFA World Cup is fast approaching. Arguably the most anticipated event in soccer, the tournament, which comes around every four years, will see 48 countries compete across 104 games over a five-and-a-half week period.It’s the second time in history that the U.S. will serve as a host country, but this year’s contest has already prompted controversy due to questions over Iran’s participation amid the ongoing war, visa concerns for fans hoping to watch the U.S.
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