Bangladesh, June 11 -- After a four-year wait, football fans around the world are finally set to witness the greatest show on Earth - the FIFA World Cup 2026. The entire globe is preparing to be swept up in football fever. Expanded to a massive 48-team format and jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada, the tournament begins on 11 June.

This year's edition is not merely a tournament; it is the biggest and most diverse football festival in history. For the first time, a record 48 teams will participate, replacing the traditional 32-team format. As a result, the number of matches has increased to 104. The expansion has also enabled nations such as Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan to make their World Cup debuts.

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