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World Cup 2026 set to kick off in North America with new rules

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:38 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

World Cup 2026 set to kick off in North America with new rules
Summary

The 2026 World Cup will commence this month across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. This edition features 48 teams, the largest ever, with notable new entrants including Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. Fifa has introduced several new regulations aimed at enhancing gameplay, including water breaks and time limits for substitutions. There are concerns over ticket prices, transport costs, and the impact of immigration policies on fans attending the event. Issues surrounding player welfare and heat conditions are also highlighted as potential challenges during the tournament.

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  • •The tournament starts this month in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.
  • •Fifa introduces new rules, including substitution time limits.
  • •Cape Verde and Curacao are among the new teams participating.
  • •Ticket pricing and transport costs have raised concerns among fans.
  • •Player welfare issues are anticipated due to potential heat challenges.
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  • 10:38 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Favourites, new rules and everything to look out for at this summer tournament
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Everything you need to know ahead of this summer’s World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico

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