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How many countries have hosted the World Cup?

The 23rd FIFA World Cup is gearing up in the USA, Canada and Mexico, but how many other countries have hosted the famous tournament?

Kylian Mbappe Real Madrid Super Cup 2026

Mbappe caught up in club-versus-country row

Real Madrid face a dilemma over Kylian Mbappe's fitness ahead of their Champions League clash with Manchester City clash as France and Nike demand his presence for international friendlies. The World Cup winner may be called upon by his country despite sitting out matches at club level.

What does the World Cup symbolise?

Everyone wants to win the World Cup, but what does the trophy actually symbolise? GOAL takes a deep dive into the meaning behind the grandest prize in football.

Who is the oldest FIFA World Cup winner?

Discover the legendary names of the oldest players to ever win the World Cup with their country.

Weston McKennie Juventus 2025 FIFA Club World Cup

McKennie opens up on Juve exit saga

Weston McKennie has established himself as one of the most reliable performers for Juventus this season, a far cry from the period when he seemed destined for a permanent exit. The American midfielder has reflected on his resilience and the mental strength required to fight for his place in the Bianconeri starting XI when the club’s hierarchy had other plans.

Zaniolo: "I was immature, but now I feel more like a man. I can’t afford to make any more mistakes."

An interview with the Udinese player who still hopes to play for Italy at the World Cup.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Strasbourg	6	5	1	0	11	5	6	16	W W W W D
2	Rakow Czestochowa	6	4	2	0	9	2	7	14	W W W D D
3	AEK Athens	6	4	1	1	14	7	7	13	W W W D W
4	Sparta Prague	6	4	1	1	10	3	7	13	W W W D L
5	Rayo Vallecano	6	4	1	1	13	7	6	13	W W L W D

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Strasbourg

W
W
W
W
D

Rakow Czestochowa

W
W
W
D
D

AEK Athens

W
W
W
D
W

Sparta Prague

W
W
W
D
L

Rayo Vallecano

W
W
L
W
D

Frequently asked questions

Where can I buy Uruguay World Cup 2026 tickets?

Supporters have a number of opportunities to purchase tickets for matches involving Uruguay, via the FIFA website, between now and the big kick-off in June. The various sales phases differ in terms of purchasing processes, payment methods and ticket products.

To buy tickets, you must visit the official FIFA ticketing portal and register for an account. You can then log in to your FIFA account and check out ticket availability.

Can I buy Uruguay World Cup 2026 resale tickets?

If you are looking for an official and secure way to resell/exchange your FIFA World Cup 26 tickets, the FIFA Resale/Exchange Marketplace is the official channel for doing so. The Marketplace opened in October and be accessed via FIFA.com/tickets.

FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets will also be available from secondary resellers, such as StubHub and Ticombo.

Will there be an opportunity to purchase Uruguay World Cup 2026 tickets directly at the stadium?

No, tickets will not be available for purchase at the stadiums during FIFA World Cup 2026. There will be no over-the-counter ticket sales. FIFA.com/tickets is the official portal for purchasing tickets.

Who has scored the most goals for Uruguay at World Cup Finals?

Uruguay have produced a glittering array of striking talent over the years, including Luis Suarez, Diego Forlan and Edinson Cavani. However, it's Oscar Míguez, who played for La Celeste during the 1950 and 1954 tournaments, scoring eight times, who tops the nation's World Cup finals scoring charts. A more modern-day star, in the shape of Fernando Muslera, holds the no.1 spot in the all-time World Cup appearances for Uruguay though, having played 16 times during three tournaments (2010, 2014 and 2018).