The upcoming World Cup—expanded to 48 teams and scheduled to include 104 matches across the United States, Mexico, and Canada—creates what multiple outlets describe as an unprecedented security challenge. Coverage focuses on the scale of the tournament and the complexity of coordinating protection across three countries, with matches and related events spread over many venues. The situation is framed as occurring amid heightened geopolitical and security concerns, increasing pressure on planning and readiness efforts. Discussions center on whether U.S. authorities are prepared for the operational demands of protecting large crowds and multiple sites, while also managing intelligence, interagency coordination, and cross-border cooperation with counterparts in Canada and Mexico. Overall reporting emphasizes that security planning must account for the tournament’s size, international nature, and the broader risk environment, and that readiness will be tested by the need to maintain safety while ensuring the tournament runs smoothly. (Note: the provided excerpts do not specify particular incidents, named agencies, or detailed measures.)