The 2026 FIFA World Cup, a landmark tournament expanded to 48 teams, begins today, June 11th, 2026. The competition will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico across 16 host cities. The tournament is structured with 12 groups, designated A through L, and will feature a total of 104 matches. The opening game is scheduled to take place at Estadio Azteca in Mexico. Notably, Nigeria will not participate in this World Cup, marking a significant absence for the African nation. This is the first World Cup to be held across three countries and represents a major logistical undertaking for FIFA. The expanded format aims to provide more opportunities for nations to compete on the world stage.