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World Cup Storylines Ranked by U.S. Audience Appeal

World Cup Storylines Ranked by U.S. Audience Appeal

From Messi's final quest to the USMNT's young guns, we rank the World Cup storylines that resonated most with American sports fans.
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The Champion’s Curse Angle Every 2026 Viewer Should Know

The Champion’s Curse Angle Every 2026 Viewer Should Know

A look at the 'Champion's Curse' in the FIFA World Cup, a bizarre trend of winners failing four years later, and what it means for Argentina in 2026.
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World Cup Kicks Off in North America with 48 Teams Competing

World Cup Kicks Off in North America with 48 Teams Competing

World Cup Kicks Off in North America with 48 Teams Competing
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2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Begin with Expanded Format and Newcomers

2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Begin with Expanded Format and Newcomers

2026 FIFA World Cup Set to Begin with Expanded Format and Newcomers
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Kylian Mbappé Predicts Ronaldo to Outscore Messi at 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappé Predicts Ronaldo to Outscore Messi at 2026 World Cup

Kylian Mbappé Predicts Ronaldo to Outscore Messi at 2026 World Cup
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David Beckham Predicts Japan as a Dark Horse for 2026 World Cup

David Beckham Predicts Japan as a Dark Horse for 2026 World Cup

David Beckham Predicts Japan as a Dark Horse for 2026 World Cup
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A Dortmund-Themed Guide to the 2026 World Cup

A Dortmund-Themed Guide to the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup is upon us! For all of my non-stop poo-pooing of the tournament, that all-too familiar World Cup fever is nevertheless beginning to creep into my bones. I am 100% excited for it and I’m going to watch as much of it as I can. I suppose that is the magic of football, […]
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The 2026 Host Pressure Pattern Across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada

The 2026 Host Pressure Pattern Across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, but each nation faces a unique set of pressures and expectations.
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Why the World Cup Is Not Just Soccer’s NBA Finals

Why the World Cup Is Not Just Soccer’s NBA Finals

Comparing the World Cup to the NBA Finals misses the point. Here’s a breakdown of the differences in scale, national pride, and cultural significance.
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‘Ask Ronaldo, ask Messi’ – Patrice Evra tells Lamine Yamal ‘I would eat you alive’

‘Ask Ronaldo, ask Messi’ – Patrice Evra tells Lamine Yamal ‘I would eat you alive’

An interesting claim….
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Kylian Mbappé takes a shot at Barcelona: ‘Everyone knows it’

Kylian Mbappé takes a shot at Barcelona: ‘Everyone knows it’

The French star has had a little pop.
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Lionel Messi Commits to Playing Until Physically Unable, Eyes 2026 World Cup as Potential Finale

Lionel Messi Commits to Playing Until Physically Unable, Eyes 2026 World Cup as Potential Finale

Lionel Messi Commits to Playing Until Physically Unable, Eyes 2026 World Cup as Potential Finale