The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams, making it the largest field in World Cup history.

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How will the FIFA World Cup 26™ format work?SBS Sporthttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8WUb4u4o9Yg

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Additional insights we found via SBS Sport

1. After 24 years of having a 32-team tournament, the FIFA World Cup expanded the field for the 2026 tournament.Share Finding
2. In the initial group stage, teams compete in 12 groups of four; the top two from each group automatically move on to the field of 32, along with the next eight best teams.Share Finding
3. The games are taking place across North America, though FIFA has allowed three days between matches to allow players to recover.Share Finding

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