Pakistan, June 11 -- The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway as organizers prepare for the largest edition of football's biggest tournament. For the first time, 48 national teams will compete across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, significantly expanding the competition's scale and increasing opportunities for nations to participate on the world stage.

The tournament will begin on June 11 with Mexico facing South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Another opening-day fixture will see Korea Republic take on Czechia in Guadalajara, while several high-profile group-stage encounters are expected to capture global attention during the opening weeks of competition.

Moreover, fans can look forward to major ...