The largest field for a World Cup makes for a challenging bracket to predict. Here's how each group will play out, plus predictions through the final.

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Three nations − Canada, Mexico and the U.S. − will cohost 2026 FIFA World Cup teams, including debut teams Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan and Uzbekistan.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has expanded by 16 teams, ballooning to 48 total from a previous 32. Naturally, some countries benefitted from the expansion, as attempting to qualify for a 32-team field oftentimes proved too difficult given the quality of superior nations.

Roldan, a California native, was eligible for the senior teams of both Guatemala and El Salvador before choosing the United States.

As the World Cup begins later this week, match officials and team members have faced enhanced immigration scrutiny when trying to enter the United States. A FIFA referee from Somalia was turned away.

Whatever you call it — soccer, football, fussball or something else — get ready to clear your calendars for 39 days as the 2026 FIFA World Cup starts Thursday, co-hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada.

Many Atlanta residents may be watching soccer for the first time as the World Cup begins, so here are some rules to know ahead of matches.