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We take a look at the best teams at the men's World Cup and how they are looking ahead of the start of the tournament.

Canada hosts Bosnia and Herzegovina to begin World Cup play. Captain Alphonso Davies' status is unknown, though, as he battles a hamstring injury.

The 2026 World Cup is finally upon us, meaning I can stop making futures bets and focus on the first set of group games. For more big-picture storylines and pre-tournament plays, check out everything else I've written so far at Yahoo Sports.

The countdown to the FIFA World Cup 2026 has captured the attention of football fans across the globe. As the world prepares for another edition of the sport’s most prestigious tournament, excitement is building around what will be the biggest FIFA World Cup in history.