World Cup 2026: What you need to know about all 48 teams
Summary
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by Mexico, United States, and Canada, featuring an expanded 48 teams across 16 cities from June 11 to July 19.
Key Points
- The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by Mexico, the United States, and Canada, expanding to 48 teams.
- Mexico will play the opening match against South Africa at Azteca Stadium, and the tournament runs from June 11 to July 19.
- Notable players include Mexico’s Raul Jimenez and Guillermo Ochoa, South Korea’s Heung-Min Son, and the United States’ Christian Pulisic.
- Several teams like Bosnia and Herzegovina defeated traditional powers like Italy to qualify, while debutants and returning countries vie for progress beyond group stages.
