"The United States, along with Canada and Mexico, will host the first-ever expanded version of sport's greatest competition. The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature 48 teams a 16-team increase from previous tournaments. A three-year qualification process is nearing its conclusion, with the final round of continental group-stage play creating some indelible moments, particularly Ireland's late winner over Hungary to secure a play-off spot and Scotland's dizzying 4-2 victory over Denmark to secure their first spot in the World Cup since 1998."
"Here is what you need to know following Thursday's play-off draws: 2026 World Cup inter-continental play-off draw Path 1 Semifinal: New Caledonia vs. Jamaica Final: Democratic Republic of the Congo vs. New Caledonia/Jamaica Path 2 Semifinal: Bolivia vs. Suriname Final: Iraq vs. Bolivia/Suriname 2026 World Cup European play-off draw Path 1 Semifinal: Italy vs. Northern Ireland Semifinal: Wales vs. Bosnia & Herzegovina Path 2 Semifinal: Ukraine vs. Sweden"
"United States Nov 18, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; United States midfielder Sebastian Berhalter (17) reacts after scoring a goal against Uruguay during the first half in an international friendly at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images As co-hosts, the Americans automatically qualified for a second consecutive World Cup. They made the Round of 16 in Qatar in 2022, which was supposed to be the start of a golden generation."
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico and expanded to 48 teams. A three-year qualification process is nearing its end, with 42 of 46 non-host berths already decided. Final continental group-stage matches produced key moments, including Ireland's late winner over Hungary and Scotland's 4-2 win over Denmark to reach the tournament for the first time since 1998. Remaining places will be filled through four European play-off paths and two intercontinental play-off paths featuring teams from multiple confederations. The United States qualified automatically as a co-host.
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