The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place from 11 June to 19 July, with a record 48 teams competing for football’s most coveted trophy across North America.

Hosting for the second time in the competition’s history, the U.S. automatically qualified for this year’s spectacle, drawn against Paraguay, Australia and Türkiye in Group D. Their best-ever result in this tournament dates back to 1930, where the Stars and Stripes finished third in what was their inaugural outing.

Mauricio Pochettino’s men will be captained by defensive stalwart Tim Ream at the back, while talisman Christian Pulisic – nicknamed ‘Captain America’ – will lead from the front. Forward Folarin Balogun, 24, fresh from an impressive season with Monaco, is one of 13 players in the squad who will feature at a FIFA World Cup the first time.

For the U.S., it marks their 12th overall outing on this stage, making it out of the group stage at seven previous times of asking.

The FIFA World Cup is more than just a football tournament. It is a month-long celebration that connects fans across borders, time zones, and different generations. Many of us are already planning watch parties, stocking up on snacks, and setting alarms for those early-morning kick offs. But watching the matches online has never been easier for us. The good news? Here’s a guide to watching all the matches on the best legal streaming options available in Bangladesh.

Who will be crowned champions of the men’s football world?

The 2026 FIFA World Cup takes place from 11 June to 19 July, as a record 48 teams compete for the sport’s ultimate prize in the USA, Canada and Mexico.

Teams are divided into 12 groups of four, with the top two advancing to the knockout stages while the eight best third-place finishers make up the round of 32.

From there, it is a straight elimination format to determine the two nations who will contest the FIFA World Cup final at New York New Jersey Stadium.

Find all of the matches, results, scores and group standings from the tournament.