World Cup 2026 Soccer Almanac: 101 curious facts, records, statistics, and figures redefining the greatest tournament in the history of football (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798242931732)

This book is made for readers who want to go beyond the scoreboard, for those who enjoy discovering why this tournament will be unlike any other before it.

101 Curious Facts of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is a modern, agile, and direct almanac designed to be consulted before, during, and after the tournament. It is not a one time read. It is the book you open when a question comes up, a conversation starts, or an unexpected curiosity appears during a match.

Inside, you will find real insights into the most ambitious World Cup in history:

• How the first World Cup with 48 teams is structured and what truly changes in the competition
• The long and demanding road national teams traveled to reach the global stage
• The venues that will make history: stadiums, cities, and host sites shaping a new era
• The protagonists arriving to leave their mark, break records, or write a final chapter
• Records that could fall and figures that explain the unprecedented scale of the tournament
• Football explained through clear numbers: matches, formats, game rhythm, and competitive volume
• 5 carefully selected Top 10 rankings highlighting the most impactful aspects of the 2026 World Cup
• The less visible side: extreme logistics, organizational curiosities, and details rarely discussed

Additionally, the book includes:

• Tournament schedule, so you always have the key dates at hand
• Trivia, perfect for testing your knowledge and enjoying the World Cup in a different way
• The expected legacy of the 2026 World Cup, a look at what will remain after the final whistle
• Glossary, to understand terms and concepts without missing a single detail

This is not a technical manual or a cold collection of statistics. It is a guide created for fans who want to understand the context, be surprised by the scale of the event, and experience every match with a deeper perspective.

If football is part of your life, this book becomes your ideal companion throughout the 2026 World Cup.
Open it anytime. You will always find something that makes you say: "I did not know that."