Qualification places for the inaugural 32-team tournament could be decided in several confederations in the coming days.

Every Monday, FIFA spotlights a World Cup record. This looks at how Lothar Matthaus pulled off a preposterous striking feat at Italia '90.

Read what Kristine Lilly told FIFA about her 354-game record, USA's ups and downs and their chances of Olympic gold under Emma Hayes.

Check out the match schedule for the tournament in Canada, Mexico and USA with each of the 104 fixtures from the 48-team event.