US EditionWith 100 Days to Go, World Cup Faces New Challenges with Iran War and Mexico Violence
The 2026 World Cup will feature 48 teams across 16 cities amid concerns over Iran's participation, cartel violence in Mexico, travel restrictions, and ticket pricing, FIFA said.
- The 2026 World Cup, hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will be the largest ever, with 48 teams and more matches than any previous edition.
- The tournament will feature unique elements, including a halftime show, a new ball design, and distinct mascots representing the three host nations.
- Host cities are preparing for the event, with investments in transit systems and plans to deploy signage and infrastructure as the tournament approaches.
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Iran war, security fears and ticket price backlash add uncertainty with 100 days to 2026 World Cup
With 100 days to go until the World Cup, the Iran war has added a new layer of complexity to the tournament co-hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. How the conflict will affect the world's most watched sporting event is the latest issue facing organizers already grappling with cartel violence in one of Mexico's host cities, scaled-back plans for fan festivals in the U.S. and criticism from fans against soaring ticket prices.
Empire State lit up in 2026 FIFA World Cup hosts' colors 100 days before kickoff
New York's Empire State Building was illuminated in the colors of the flags of 2026 World Cup hosts Mexico, Canada and the United States as organizers marked 100 days until kickoff.
Empire State lit up in 2026 World Cup hosts' colours 100 days before kick-off
NEW YORK: New York’s Empire State Building was illuminated in the colours of the flags of 2026 World Cup hosts Mexico, Canada and the United States Tuesday as organisers marked 100 days until kick-off.
Exclusive | US Soccer tells The Post it has ‘three ambitions’ ahead of huge 2026 World Cup opportunity
When U.S. Soccer Federation CEO JT Batson looks ahead to this summer’s World Cup, the word “legacy” quickly comes to mind. Tuesday marked 100 days until the World Cup kicks off on June 11, and Wednesday marks the 100 days before the U.S. Men’s National Team begins play in the tournament against Paraguay, putting the biggest tournament in the world center stage in the United States.
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