New York, March 4 -- Representatives from the United States of America, Canada, and Mexico marked 100 days to go until the start of the FIFA World Cup 2026 by illuminating the Empire State Building in the colours of the three host countries on Tuesday.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will see Canada, Mexico and the United States host the world for football's biggest spectacle. The tournament will feature a record 104 matches, beginning at Mexico City Stadium on June 11 and culminating at New York New Jersey Stadium with the final on 19 July.

JT Batson of the United States Soccer Federation, Inigo Riestra from the Mexican Football Federation, and Peter Augruso of Canada Soccer shared their thoughts regarding preparations for the tournament.

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