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2026 World Cup: U.S., Canada, Mexico to Co-Host!

12/10/2025

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World Cup Hosts

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The tournament runs June 11–July 19, 2026, with the final in New Jersey.
Haiti will compete for the first time since 1974.
The U.S. men's team, coached by Mauricio Pochettino, is favored to advance from Group D with Australia and Paraguay.

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Pochettino Prepares Strategically

Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the U.S. men's national soccer team, says the opening match against Paraguay on June 12, 2026, is crucial to set the tournament's tone.
The United States has historically struggled after losing its first group game in World Cups.
Christian Pulisic, a U.S. national team player, notes the anticipation surrounding the match.
Pochettino aims for a strong start to boost the team's chances of advancing.

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Historical Context

The 1994 FIFA World Cup, held in the United States from June 17 to July 17, marked a significant turning point for soccer in North America, attracting over 3.5 million fans. This success led to the upcoming 2026 tournament, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and the return of Haiti after 52 years, further solidifying soccer's growing prominence in the region.

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World Cup Hosts

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
The tournament runs June 11–July 19, 2026, with the final in New Jersey.
Haiti will compete for the first time since 1974.
The U.S. men's team, coached by Mauricio Pochettino, is favored to advance from Group D with Australia and Paraguay.

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