"DR Congo and Iraq were the last two teams to book their places in the 23rd edition of the World Cup to be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico from 11 June to 19 July."
"A record 48 nations - up from the 32 that featured in Qatar four years ago - will take part in the 2026 edition, making it the largest World Cup field."
"The tournament will also last a record 39 days - an increase from 29 days in Qatar and 32 in 2014 and 2018 - and a new format features 12 groups of four."
"Mexico will face South Africa in Mexico City's Estadio Azteca to open the tournament on Thursday, 11 June - 18 days after the conclusion of the Premier League season."
The 2026 World Cup will feature a record 48 teams, with the final six nations qualifying after a lengthy process. DR Congo and Iraq secured their spots by defeating Jamaica and Bolivia. The tournament will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 cities. It will last 39 days and introduce a new format with 12 groups of four teams. The opening match will be between Mexico and South Africa at Estadio Azteca, and the knockout phase will include a round of 32.
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