The 2026 World Cup has expanded the field to 48 countries. We have some of the giants of international football (but not Italy), but also some nations in their first World Cup.

LOS ANGELES — Freddie Freeman put his hands on top of his head. Max Muncy slapped the dugout railing with a hearty laugh. Tommy Edman shook his head in disbelief. As 52,883 fans roared and pandemonium ...