1 / 9In one year, the World Cup will commence, being hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. The 23rd iteration of this renowned soccer tournament, which dates back to 1930, will feature an unprecedented 48 teams participating. (REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo)
2 / 9The games will take place throughout June and July, commencing at the iconic Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on June 11, with the final scheduled for July 19 at MetLife Stadium, known as the New York New Jersey Stadium for the duration of FIFA’s tournament. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images)
3 / 9Fans can express their interest in obtaining tickets through FIFA. Presently, over a dozen nations have secured their position in the 48-team lineup, including co-hosts United States, Canada, and Mexico, along with the reigning champions Argentina. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images)
4 / 9Countries such as Japan, Iran, Jordan, Uzbekistan, South Korea, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, and Ecuador have also secured their spots. Europe will contribute sixteen teams, the largest representation from any region. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images)
5 / 9Africa will contribute nine teams and Asia eight, each also receiving a playoff slot. South America will export six teams directly and have a playoff opportunity. North and Central America along with the Caribbean will also see six teams qualified directly, plus two playoff positions. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images)
6 / 9Oceania will have a single direct qualifier alongside a playoff opportunity. Matches in the United States will occur in Arlington, Texas; Atlanta; East Rutherford, New Jersey; Foxborough, Massachusetts; Houston; Inglewood, California; Kansas City, Missouri; Miami Gardens, Florida; Philadelphia; Seattle; and San Jose, California. (Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images)
7 / 9Two cities in Canada, Toronto and Vancouver, will host matches, while in Mexico, Guadalajara, Monterrey, and Mexico City will be venues. The tournament will maintain a similar structure to previous years but will feature a larger participant pool. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril
8 / 9The format will consist of 12 groups, each with four teams. All teams within a group will compete against one another, with the top two teams proceeding to the knockout phase. Additionally, the eight best third-place teams will move on as well. The knockout matches will range from the round of 32 through to the final. REUTERS/Daniel Becerril
9 / 9The last World Cup occurred in 2022 in Qatar, where Argentina triumphed over France in a dramatic penalty shootout. Brazil holds the record for the most wins, with five titles: 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, and 2002. Germany and Italy have each garnered four championships, while Argentina has three. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
