World Cup 2026 Group A and B previews detail teams and match schedules

The 2026 World Cup is set to begin with an expanded format featuring 48 teams. Group A includes Mexico, South Africa, South Korea, and Czechia, with matches starting on June 11. Group B comprises Canada, Switzerland, Qatar, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, with their first games on June 12. Mexico seeks to return to the knockout stage, while Canada aims for its first World Cup win after six losses in prior appearances. Key players such as Mexico's Guillermo Ochoa and Canada's Alphonso Davies are highlighted as critical to their teams’ success. Match schedules for both groups have been laid out, with key games throughout June.

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