What is the answer to "31-, 36- and 40-Across, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup" in the USA Today Crossword?

The answer to the USA Today Crossword clue "31-, 36- and 40-Across, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup" is HOSTCOUNTRIES (13 letters).

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31-, 36- and 40-Across, for the 2026 FIFA World Cup USA Today Crossword Clue

Across clue · from the July 19, 2026 puzzle

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HOSTCOUNTRIES

13 letters · Across · last seen July 19, 2026

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