Ideas in this flowchart

• Biggest changes in the 2026 FIFA World Cup
• More teams
• Before: 32 teams
• Now: 48 teams
• 12 groups of 4 teams
• Top 2 teams advance
• Advance to the Round of 32
• 8 best third-place teams advance
• Increased competition
• More matches
• Potential for more upsets
• Logistical challenges
• Increased fan engagement
• Greater global representation
• Impact on tournament duration