The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup marked the 23rd edition with 24 teams.
That count began in 1930 when the first tournament kicked off. The event has grown from a handful of nations to a global draw.
Recent editions saw records broken in goals and attendance. The final took place at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey under chilly summer skies.
Fans filled stadium stands to the brim. The title match finished with a tight scoreline.
Organizers confirmed most targets were reached.
Brazil and Germany remain the most successful nations in tournament history.