The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams, 104 matches and three host nations. With record figures, extreme heat risks and Super Bowl-style spectacle, the North American tournament promises to break the mould.

A report warns that the tournament in the US, Canada and Mexico could produce twice the emissions of previous editions.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America is set to face extreme heat. Several host cities, especially in the southern United States, will likely experience high temperatures and…

How will Asian teams fare at the World Cup and what awaits them in this year's expanded tournament?

There will be a record 104 matches over 39 days