2026 World Cup: Full Lineup, Debutants, and Hype

0:00The full lineup for the 2026 FIFA World Cup is locked in, with all 48 teams confirmed for the biggest tournament ever. This expanded addition jumps from 32 teams to 48, running from June 11th to July 19th across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, packing in 104 matches total. Those last spots came down to playoff battles at the end of March, wrapping up a massive global qualifying grind that span hundreds of games. Worldwide, fans are buzzing about the wider reach, bringing in more nations than ever, including several debitants who finally punched their ticket. Expect over 6 million people in the stands, with billions tuning in from everywhere. Ticket sales just kicked off their final round on April 1st, first come first, serve for those last seats before the action starts. Teams are shifting into high gear with preparations, and the hype is building for what promises to be the most electric World Cup yet. That's the story for today.

1:00Dallas News Today, Driven by AI, I'm Corey with The Story.