The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams instead of the usual 32. This is the biggest expansion in the tournament’s history. FIFA made this change to include more countries from around the world. It gives smaller football nations a better chance to qualify. With more teams, there will also be more matches overall. The tournament will include 104 games, which is much higher than before. Fans can expect a lot more action and variety in matchups.
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