2026 World Cup: How the new 48-team format works, and what the draw means for England and Scotland

Football365 EN 5 December 2025 at 00:00(Processed: 5 December 2025 at 20:23)

This article details the structure and implications of the newly implemented 48-team format for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Specifically, it analyzes how this expanded structure will affect the qualification pathways and group stage setup for England and Scotland.