Forty-eight teams prepare for 2026 World Cup in U.S., Canada, and Mexico
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The 2026 World Cup is set to feature a record 48 teams, hosted by Mexico, Canada, and the United States. Matches will take place across 16 cities. The tournament will also mark the first participation of teams like Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. Notable teams confirmed to participate include Argentina, Brazil, England, and Germany, while Erling Haaland will represent Norway in his first World Cup appearance since 1998. Iran's participation follows a relocation of its headquarters to Mexico due to political issues.
- •48 teams will compete in a record 104 matches.
- •Four teams make their World Cup debut: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan.
- •Notable participants include Argentina, Brazil, England, and Germany.
- •Erling Haaland represents Norway after a long absence from the tournament.
- •Iran's team relocated to Tijuana amid political tensions.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — What teams are in the 2026 World Cup? U.S., Canada and Mexico host
"Mexico, Canada and the United States are hosting the 2026 World Cup, which has a record field of 48 teams.
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