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Football analysts attempted to forecast every group in the 2026 World Cup, but only a handful of forecasts proved accurate. Underdog performances and unexpected qualifiers reshaped the tournament picture.
BBC Sport outlines its strategy for covering the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with reporters spread across North America and regular contributions from Pat Nevin, George Mills, Jon Barbuti and Giles Goford.
From coast to coast, BBC Sport’s roster of correspondents will deliver weekly analysis, live updates and community interaction during the 2026 World Cup, spotlighting the 16 host cities that span three nations.
The tournament will be held in Canada, the United States and Mexico, featuring 48 nations and 104 matches. BBC Sport will deliver continuous reporting, including twice‑weekly columns from Pat Nevin and contributions from George Mills, Jon Barbuti and Giles Goford.