2026 FIFA World Cup facts for kids
| Coupe du Monde de la FIFA - Unis 2026 Copa Mundial de la FIFA Unidos 2026 |
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| Host country | Canada Mexico United States |
| Teams | 48 (from 6 confederations) |
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be a huge football (soccer) tournament. It's the 23rd time this exciting event will happen. This World Cup is special because it will be hosted by three countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. It's the very first time in history that three nations will share the hosting duties for the tournament!
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About the FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest football competition in the world. National teams from different countries compete to win the title. It happens every four years. Millions of fans around the globe watch the games. Winning the World Cup is a dream for many football players.
Where Will the 2026 World Cup Be Held?
The 2026 tournament will take place across North America. Three countries will be the hosts:
- Canada: This will be Canada's first time hosting men's World Cup matches.
- Mexico: Mexico has hosted the World Cup twice before, in 1970 and 1986. This makes them the first country to host three men's World Cups.
- United States: The U.S. previously hosted the World Cup in 1994. This will be their second time as a host nation.
This shared hosting means games will be played in many different cities. Fans will travel across a large area to see their favorite teams.
More Teams, More Games
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will also be bigger than ever before. For the first time, 48 national teams will compete. In past tournaments, only 32 teams played. This change means more countries will get a chance to play in the World Cup. It also means there will be more matches played overall. This new format aims to make the tournament even more exciting and inclusive.
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Map showing the host countries for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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A friendly robot icon.
