For the first time in FIFA World Cup history, 48 nations will compete across three host countries, the United States, Mexico, and Canada, in what FIFA has billed as the biggest and most ambitious World Cup ever staged.
Set to run from June 11 through July 19, the tournament features several historic milestones.
Mexico City's iconic Estadio Azteca will become the first stadium to host three World Cup opening matches, while football legends Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are both expected to make record-breaking sixth World Cup appearances.