Having already hosted the FIFA World Cup in 1970 and 1986, Mexico becomes the first nation in history to stage the tournament a third time as one of three co-hosts of the 2026 edition alongside the United States and Canada. No other country had previously hosted the World Cup more than twice.
Record no. MRB-2026-005702
First Country to Host the FIFA World Cup Three Times
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