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World Cup 2026 Finals: Full Schedule, Groups, and New Format
The 2026 World Cup, the largest in history with 48 teams, will take place from June 11 to July 19, 2026, across 16 venues in Canada, Mexico, and the USA. Defending champions Argentina lead the field, with debutants Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan, and Uzbekistan. The article details the group stage, a new 12-group format, and full knockout schedule ending with the final on July 19 at New York New Jersey Stadium.