Morocco launches bid to beat North America World Cup

The competing bids for the 2026 World Cup, the first that will feature an expanded 48-team field, began their campaigns in earnest ahead of June’s FIFA congress vote — with the Donald Trump factor one of the key unknowns.

The three-nation North American bid featuring the United States, Canada and Mexico starts as clear favorites but Morocco are hoping to become the second African nation to host the global event.

Source: Reuters