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Question 1
How many teams are competing in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
48 Teams — 2026 marks the first time 48 nations compete, up from 32. This means 104 total matches across USA, Canada and Mexico.
Question 2
Where is the World Cup 2026 Final being held?
MetLife Stadium, New Jersey — Home of the New York Giants and Jets. The Final takes place on July 19, 2026 with a capacity of 82,500.
Question 3
Who is the all-time leading scorer in World Cup history?
Miroslav Klose — 16 goals across four World Cups (2002, 2006, 2010, 2014). He broke Ronaldo Nazário's record of 15 with a goal in the 2014 semi-final.
Question 4
What new knockout round is being introduced for the first time in 2026?
Round of 32 — Introduced because 48 teams advance from the group stage (36 automatic + 12 best third-placed teams). The first-ever R32 adds 16 extra knockout matches.
Question 5
Which nation holds the record for most World Cup titles?
Brazil — 5 titles — 1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002. Germany and Italy are joint second with 4 titles each. France and Argentina have 2 each.
Question 6
When does the World Cup 2026 opening match kick off?
June 11, 2026 — Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. Kickoff at 8:00 PM ET with the opening ceremony preceding the match.
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