World Cup 2026: 100 things to know with 100 days to go; key storylines, top contenders, crucial games
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Here's everything you need to know to get ready for the 2026 men's World Cup in North America
In just 100 days, the world's biggest stars will flood into the United States, Canada, and Mexico for the largest World Cup ever staged. The 2026 tournament is set to shatter the attendance records set in 1994, expand to 48 teams for the first time, and deliver more matches -- and more chaos -- than any edition before it.
Expectations are soaring for the host nations, and with unprecedented scale and global attention, this World Cup has the potential to redefine the sport in North America.
Tuesday, March 3, marks the 100-day countdown until the start of the tournament, and with that in mind, we have got you covered with 100 things to know for the World Cup:
1. Supersize me: This will be the first men's World Cup with 48 teams, expanding from the 32-team era (1998-2022)
2. More teams means more games: 104 games to be exact, which is 40 more than the previous 32-team editions.
