CANADA, Saturday, December 6, 2025 (WNP): Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada is fully prepared to welcome millions of football fans from around the world as it joins the United States and Mexico in co-hosting the 2026 FIFA World Cup — the largest edition in the tournament’s history.

With teams from 48 nations set to compete across North America next year, Carney said the country is eager to showcase its hospitality, world-class infrastructure, and growing passion for the global game.

“We’ll welcome fans from across the globe as teams representing 48 nations come to our cities to compete,” the Prime Minister said. “Canada is ready to welcome the world — and we’re ready to win.”

The 2026 World Cup marks the first time Canada will host matches in a senior men’s FIFA tournament, a milestone that has energized local communities and fueled national excitement. Major Canadian cities — including Toronto and Vancouver — are undergoing final preparations to deliver what officials hope will be an unforgettable sporting spectacle.

Government sources say the event is expected to significantly boost tourism, create jobs, and strengthen Canada’s footprint on the international sports stage.