The 2026 World Cup draw is happening on Friday, and we already know 42 of the 48 teams involved in next summer's tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada. The final six teams will be decided in the coming months, but what do you know about those who have already confirmed their place?
Here, we look at one thing that defines the way each team plays -- whether it's tactical, statistical or just plain interesting.
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CANADA (4-4-2): "The Maplepress revolution." Ten games into the Jesse Marsch era and Canada already have a tactical trademark -- albeit niche -- named "Maplepres

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