- 48-team World Cup runs June 11–July 19, 2026 across three countries (including the U.S.) with the final at MetLife Stadium — all 104 matches on FOX/FS1 and the FOX One apps.
- Top favorites: France (Kylian Mbappé) is the No. 1 pick, with Spain (Pedri) and England (Jude Bellingham) close behind; Argentina, Portugal and Brazil also among the main contenders.
- Fun storylines for small talk: U.S. host advantage, dark-horse threats like Norway (Erling Haaland), Colombia and Senegal, plus emotional returns from teams such as Haiti (only their 2nd World Cup) and Iraq (first appearance in 40 years).
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