Domestic campaigns have concluded. Next destination the World Cup 2026 in the USA, Canada and Mexico, and we’ve got you sorted. It all begins with Mexico v South Africa on June 11.
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The largest ever version of the World Cup is being contested across a different timezone and spanning three separate nations – there are 104 matches across 16 different stadiums.
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That’s an enormous amount of football and countless talking points. So each morning our newsletter will assist you in recapping everything you need to know and preview what lies ahead.
In this tournament, we’re providing football supporters more chances than ever to voice your opinion – with polls on the major debates, an opportunity to select your England XI, deliver your judgement on Thomas Tuchel’s selection puzzles, forecast the outcomes, assess the players and participate in our World Cup quizzes.
The Tartan Army will be supporting Scotland who have qualified for the first time since 1998. Meanwhile, it is destined to be a tournament of debuts, as underdogs Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan all make their maiden appearances.
The World Cup 2026 could also turn out to be Lionel Messi’s final occasion representing champions Argentina, and Cristiano Ronaldo’s last attempt at glory donning the jersey of Portugal. And then there’s the controversy.
Disputes over ticket prices, worries about US immigration policy, reports of boycott threats in response to US President Donald Trump’s actions, and concerns about extreme heat.
We will be covering all angles in the lead-up to the tournament including our Global Scouting Report features for all 48 nations participating.
We also have a new podcast – Make Football Great Again – hosted by Harry Brent and featuring The Mirror’s expert football writers for an in-depth look at everything World Cup, including “untold stories” from behind the scenes at previous tournaments.
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