World Cup host countries assessed ahead of tournament kickoff in North America

The FIFA World Cup is set to begin in less than two weeks across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Each host nation is preparing with warm-up matches before their group openers. Canada has a confidence level of 6/10, while the United States is at 7/10 and Mexico at 8/10 due to their respective group challenges and potential matchups in the knockout stages. Mexico appears to have a clearer path toward success, while the U.S. faces a tougher road with prospective matchups against formidable opponents. Canada, while facing a winnable group, is still considered less polished compared to past tournaments.

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