As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, beginning June 11 in Mexico City, soccer fans can anticipate a flurry of activity, including the concluding matches of European club leagues and various warm-up games across North America, while teams finalize their rosters and players prepare for the tournament's expanded format featuring 104 matches over five and a half weeks. #WorldCup2026 #SoccerStars #InternationalSoccer #USA #CAN #MEX #NOR #PRT #FRA #ESP #ENG #ARG #BRA #KOR #COL #PAN #IRL #DEU #RSA
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The Action Before the Action at the World Cup
Before the FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11, there's plenty to look out for as the world's biggest soccer stars descend on North America.