Football's crown jewel, scheduled to run from June 11 to July 19 across the United States, Canada and Mexico, is projected to become the most lucrative tournament in the sport's history.

DALLAS, TEXAS - APRIL 26: The original trophy is seen at the FIFA World Cup 26 Trophy Tour on April 26, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Omar Vega - FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images) NEW YORK - The FIFA World Cup is set for its biggest change in a generation.

The FIFA World Cup 2026, the first three-nation-hosted and expanded-format tournament, is projected to generate $9 billion in revenue, driven by an enlarged 48-

The FIFA World Cup kicks off in less than two weeks – and if you didn’t know that, you definitely need our cheat sheet on the new rules, top teams, Australia’s chances and fun facts to impress your friends.

The expanded format makes early exits less likely for favorites — but not impossible for these vulnerable contenders.

FIFA World Cup 2026 format explained: 48 teams, 12 groups, 104 matches, third-place qualifiers, the round of 32, knockout bracket rules, VAR changes and FAQ.

What if the entire 2026 FIFA World Cup bracket was simulated using betting odds? Check out the results here.

Latest 2026 FIFA World Cup power rankings list, odds, favorites, predictions and schedule. See which teams are leading and who could win it all.