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World Cup 2026 guides

Simple, accurate explainers. No fluff, no ads in the middle of sentences.

How the new 48-team format works

For the first time ever, 48 teams play at a World Cup. Here's the new group structure, knockout bracket, and tiebreakers explained.

TV and streaming rights by country: USA, UK, Canada, Mexico, India, Australia, and more. Free over-the-air and paid options.

The draw determines which group each team plays in. Everything you need to know about the 2026 World Cup draw schedule.

From the opening match to the final: all the milestone dates, transfer windows, and tournament phases in one place.