FIFA World Cup 2026 set to take place in three host nations

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is scheduled to be held across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first time the tournament will be hosted by three countries. The decision emerged from a joint bid launched by the three nations in 2017. The expanded tournament format will feature 48 teams and 104 matches, necessitating collaboration among the host nations due to the demand for facilities. The U.S. will host the majority of the games, including key knockout matches, while logistical coverage will be organized into three regional clusters to ease travel for teams. The World Trade Organization projects significant economic output for the host countries.

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