The countdown to the 2026 World Cup is entering its final stretch, with fewer than 100 days remaining until the tournament begins. Anticipation is building as preparations intensify and fresh developments continue to emerge.
The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is creating implications for the competition, adding an additional layer of uncertainty in the lead-up to kick-off. At the same time, the final six places in the expanded 48-team tournament will be decided by the end of this month.
With qualification nearing completion and global attention increasing, updates on these key issues and more are expected throughout the week as the tournament draws closer.

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