- This was the first 48-team World Cup — 104 matches, 9,360 minutes of regulation soccer and 1,248 players across Canada, Mexico and the U.S.
- The final is historic: Argentina vs. Spain marks the first World Cup final between the reigning Copa América and European champions — and the first final between FIFA's No. 1 and No. 2 ranked teams.
- Canada enjoyed a major turnaround after winless past appearances, producing standout moments (and players like Jonathan David) that kept hosts talking all tournament.
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