Why is the FIFA World Cup every four years?
· Yahoo Sports
Every four years, the world’s attention turns to the grandest stage in men's international soccer: The FIFA World Cup.
This global spectacle brings together nations from every continent, each with dreams of lifting the coveted trophy and claiming football’s ultimate honor.
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The inaugural FIFA World Cup was held in 1930 in Uruguay, where the host nation claimed the first championship by defeating Argentina 4-2 in a memorable final. Since then, the tournament has been played every four years, with only two exceptions due to the global disruption caused by World War II, resulting in the cancellation of the 1942 and 1946 editions.
The World Cup returned in 1950, hosted by Brazil, and has continued to grow into one of the most-watched and celebrated sporting event on the planet.
The World Cup is held every four years to allow ample time for the qualification process to unfold among national teams from around the world.
This interval also ensures that host countries have sufficient time to meticulously plan and prepare the massive logistics required for the event, from stadium construction and infrastructure upgrades to security arrangements and hospitality for millions of traveling fans.
When does the 2026 FIFA World Cup start?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to begin on Thursday, June 11, and will conclude with the final on Sunday, July 19, 2026. This historic tournament will be staged in 16 cities across Canada, Mexico, and the United States, marking the first time the event is jointly hosted by three nations.
The action will kick off with Group A matches on June 11, as host nation Mexico faces South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. On the same day, South Korea will take on Czechia at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: How often is the FIFA World Cup?