FIFA World Cup 2026 Kicks Off with Expanded 48-Team Field
The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins today with the opening match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa at Mexico City Stadium, marking the start of a tournament that spans more than one month across North America. According to FIFA, this tournament marks an expansion to a 48-team format, up from the 32-team structure used in previous editions. A total of 16 cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico will host the 104 matches of the competition, which concludes with the
The 2026 FIFA World Cup commenced today with the inaugural match featuring co-host Mexico against South Africa at Mexico City Stadium. This edition introduces a significant expansion to 48 participating teams, a notable increase from the previous 32-team structure. The tournament will unfold over more than a month, with matches spread across 16 cities in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The United States is set to host the majority of the games, including all matches from the quarter-finals onwards, culminating in the final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium.
The expansion to 48 teams aims to enhance global football representation and offer more nations a chance to compete on the world stage.
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