The 32 teams will play 63 games across 12 U.S. venues, competing for a share of a $1 billion prize-money purse.

There is always one important factor, or at least a general understanding, that comes with an American-led sporting event: that stadiums will be top of the line.

Botafogo are more than worthy of their place at the tournament, having qualified by winning the 2024 Copa Libertadores, where they overcame fellow Brazilian side Atlético Mineiro 3-1 in the final las...