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Original explainers, previews and travel tips, written for fans.
How the 48-team 2026 World Cup format actually works
Twelve groups, a brand-new Round of 32, and 104 matches. I'll walk you through the whole thing without the jargon.
8 min read →The 16 host cities: a fan's guide to United 2026
Three countries, sixteen cities, four time zones. Here's my rundown of where it's all happening and what each region brings.
8 min read →Estadio Azteca: the stadium that has seen it all
In 2026 Mexico City's grand old ground becomes the first stadium to host matches at three different World Cups. Let me tell you why that matters.
7 min read →Who can actually win the 2026 World Cup?
A 48-team field widens the cast, but the list of realistic winners is still short. Here's how I'd read the contenders.
8 min read →Debutants, comebacks and the storylines I'll be following
The scoreline is rarely the best part of a World Cup. These are the human stories I'll be watching for in 2026.
7 min read →Planning a 2026 World Cup trip: what I'd sort out first
Tickets, travel between host cities, and the realities of following a tournament across a continent. A practical, no-nonsense checklist.
8 min read →Did you know?
The records and quirks behind the first 48-team World Cup.
2026 is the first World Cup hosted by three nations — Canada, Mexico and the United States.
It is also the first 48-team World Cup, expanding from 32 and running a record 104 matches.
Estadio Azteca becomes the first stadium ever to host matches at three different World Cups.
The final will be played at MetLife Stadium in the New York/New Jersey area.