You know the World Cup brings global excitement, but the 2026 edition in North America is set to be the biggest sporting event ever. You'll learn how its unprecedented scale is creating both massive opportunities and significant challenges for the host cities.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is trending because it's breaking records before a single ball is kicked, making it the largest sporting event ever organized.
This edition will be the first to feature 48 teams (up from 32), playing 104 matches (up from 64) across 16 cities in three countries: the United States, Canada, and Mexico.