India, June 4 -- The biggest football extravaganza returns with 48 teams embarking on a thrilling journey to secure the FIFA World Cup 2026. The mega competition will be co-hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico from June 11. Mexico, placed in Group A, will clash against South Africa in the curtain raiser. With more teams in the fray, fans can expect more enthralling action across almost two months. The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for July 20.

Argentina are heading into the event as the defending champions, with Lionel Messi once again leading the team. The 2018 World Cup champions, France, who became the runners-up in the 2022 Qatar after a narrow defeat in the final, will look to reclaim the title. They have a star-studded si...