FL WORLD CUP 2026 |episode 2

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across three host countries—United States, Canada, and Mexico—with 48 teams competing in 16 host cities.
Dates and Duration
The tournament is scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19, 2026, spanning just over a month, making it the 23rd edition of the FIFA World Cup
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Host Countries and Cities
The 2026 World Cup is unique in being jointly hosted by three North American countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. 16 cities across these nations will serve as host venues, including major cities such as Los Angeles, New York, Toronto, and Mexico City
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Expanded Format
This edition of the World Cup will feature an expanded format with 48 national teams, an increase from the previous 32-team tournaments. The teams will be divided into groups, each playing a round-robin schedule, followed by knockout stages. This expansion allows more nations to participate, providing increased global representation
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Key Matches and Opening Game
The opening match of the tournament is set to feature the United States vs Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12, 2026. Throughout the tournament, matches will be held across the three countries to accommodate the large number of games required by the expanded 48-team format
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Tickets and Attendance
Ticketing details, stadium capacities, and official schedules are available through FIFA’s official channels. Given the high international interest, early planning for tickets is advised, and the matches are expected to draw large crowds across the host cities
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Summary
Tournament: FIFA World Cup 2026 (23rd edition)
Dates: June 11 – July 19, 2026
Host countries: United States, Canada, Mexico
Number of teams: 48 national teams
Host cities: 16 major cities across the three countries
Opening match: United States vs Paraguay in Los Angeles on June 12, 2026