2026 World Cup to feature 48 teams and three host nations for the first time
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Leonie Kidd
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Summary
The article discusses the upcoming 2026 men's FIFA World Cup, highlighting key changes including an expanded format with 48 teams (up from 32) and three host nations (USA, Canada, Mexico) instead of the traditional single host. Matches will span from Vancouver to Mexico City from June 11 to July 19, 2026, marking a historic first for the tournament. The piece captures the growing excitement and "World Cup fever" among football fans worldwide ahead of the opening game.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThere is a special type of fever around a men's soccer World Cup.
The 2026 edition of the tournament is causing even more excitement, with 48 teams instead of the usual 32, and three host nations instead of the usual one.
Matches will stretch from Vancouver to Mexico City from June 11 to July 19, marking the first time the game...
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