For many, the build-up to the 2026 Fifa World Cup in US, Mexico and Canada has been confusing, at times odd, and in some cases not very welcoming. With a majority of the matches slated to take place in Trump’s America – a country where football (or soccer) isn’t even among the top three sports – there have been concerns that the tournament will be a real dud.

The ticket prices have also been increased for the upcoming 2026 World Cup, and FIFA has been criticised for it. | Football News

The 2026 World Cup is the first to be held in three different host nations - but why? Al Jazeera explains.