FIFA World Cup 2026: Antidote to a divided world (opens original article in a new tab)

The FIFA World Cup 2026, co-hosted by Canada, the US, and Mexico, will run from June 11 to July 19 with 48 teams and 104 matches. Political controversies, including travel restrictions affecting Iranian fans and a Somali referee, have emerged, but the event aims to unite global fans.

• FIFA World Cup 2026 co-hosted by Canada, US, and Mexico will feature 48 teams and 104 matches from June 11 to July 19.
• Iranian fans faced ticket issues in the US, and a Somali referee was barred due to travel restrictions linked to Trump's executive order.
• Despite political controversies, the tournament aims to unite fans globally, with emerging teams like Morocco showing increased competitiveness.