The Biggest and Most Expensive World Cup in History Kicks Off

What happened

The FIFA World Cup kicks off tonight in Mexico City, with a record 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Mexico and Canada. Final tickets are selling for $6,000 to $11,000, far above the prices in Qatar four years ago.

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Full coverage · 4 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

Channel 13Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026

The Biggest and Most Expensive World Cup in History Kicks Off

N12Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026

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MakoCenter · HebrewJun 11, 2026

What We Did in 48: FIFA’s Circus Gets Under Way

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N12Center · HebrewJun 11, 2026

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Kan NewsCenter · HebrewJun 9, 2026

World Cup 2026: Remarkable Stories from Around the World, Not Just on the Pitch

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