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Did you know? A quirky fact about all 64 teams in the World Cup draw

The draw for the 2026 World Cup, the largest edition yet, is set to take place in Washington, D.C., with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. While 42 teams have already qualified, the remaining spots will be decided in upcoming play-offs. The Athletic has compiled a collection of unusual and fascinating facts about each of the 64 teams involved in the draw, highlighting unique records, historic moments, and quirky trivia from the tournament's history. From Albania's modest top scorer to Brazil's unbroken attendance record, and from the only unbeaten team in 2010 to the smallest nation ever to qualify, the article offers a snapshot of the diversity and rich heritage of World Cup participants.

Original article source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6833248/2025/12/02/did-you-know-a-quirky-fact-about-all-64-teams-in-the-world-cup-draw/
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