June 11 – July 19, 2026 · USA · Canada · Mexico
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World Cup 2026: The 48-Team Format, Explained
The first 48-team World Cup changes everything — group structure, knockout maths, and why the third-place race matters more than ever.
The Dark Horses Worth Watching at World Cup 2026
Expanded to 48 teams, this World Cup gives underdogs more room than ever. Here's the profile of a side that can go further than the bracket suggests.
Three Countries, Sixteen Cities: The 2026 Host Map
For the first time, the World Cup is co-hosted by three nations. Heat, altitude, and travel will quietly shape who lifts the trophy.
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