- First-ever 48-team World Cup across the USA, Canada and Mexico — 12 groups, a record 104 matches from June 11 to July 19.
- An "all chalk" bracket (every betting favorite advancing) predicts showstoppers like a possible Messi vs. Ronaldo quarterfinal and a Spain vs. England final rematch.
- Hosts USA and Mexico are projected to make the Round of 16 but run into tough exits against Belgium and England.
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