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26 things to watch for in the 2026 World Cup

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To enjoy the 2026 World Cup our host Samantha Rivera gives you a countdown to the 2026 World Cup. We break down 26 things that will shape the tournament. Fast, sharp, and built for fans who want to know what really matters before kickoff. If you watch one World Cup preview, make it this one. :23 - Biggest World cup Ever 1:21 - Will Fans Show Up? 2:35 - Debuting Teams 3:03 - Teams that missed the World Cup 3:59 - Returning teams 5:16 - Norway 5:36 - The 6 Cup Club 6:31 - Rule Changes 7:01 - A Smart Ball 7:29 - A Halftime Show 7:52 - Can Canada move to the Knockout Phase? 9:18 - Will Mexico finally reach the Quarterfinals? 11:13- Can USMNT win a Knockout game? 12:36 - Players retiring form the national team 12:16 - Rising Stars 14:18 - Brazil in the USA 15:48 - Best defensive teams 16:50 - Is Germany Back ? 17:51 - The last stand for a golden generation 19:07 - Will the cup finally come home? 20:25 - Is Spain the favorite to win it all? 22:09 - France chasing a third final 22:36 - Mbappe 24:14 - Ronaldo and Portugal 25:38 Messi and Argentina 26:43 Will we finally see the GOATS play each other in a World Cup? ✔️ Subscribe to ESPN Unlimited: https://plus.espn.com/ #ESPN