Why is the FIFA World Cup 2026 being held in three countries? The 2026 World Cup is the first to be held in three different host nations – but why? Al Jazeera explains.Share this: Portugal held to draw by DR Congo in World Cup 2026 openerDateJune 17, 2026In relation toAl-JazeeraQatar to host FIFA Under-17 World Cup 2026 in November–DecemberDateApril 29, 2026In relation toAl-JazeeraSouth Africa’s World Cup 2026 departure delayed over Mexican visa debacleDateMay 31, 2026In relation toAl-Jazeera