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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 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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5 World Cup Matches to Watch Like an NFL Playoff Game
New to the World Cup? We break down five types of matches that deliver the same high-stakes drama and intensity as an NFL playoff game.
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How the 48-Team Format Affects Top Teams Like Brazil and France
The 2026 World Cup's 48-team format changes everything. Here’s how it creates new challenges for powerhouse nations like Brazil and France.
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The Reason Behind the 2026 Soccer Cup Format Change
FIFA changed the 2026 World Cup format from 80 games to 104; we explain the reasons, from sporting integrity to a massive financial windfall.
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Why Every Region Takes a Different Road to the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup qualification process is a complex and diverse system, with each of FIFA's six confederations employing unique formats to determ...
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The Hidden Benefits of the New 48-Team Soccer Cup Format
The expanded 48-team World Cup has faced criticism, but the new format offers surprising upsides for global soccer, from new rivalries to greater drama.
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The USMNT’s Powerhouse Dream, Explained Through Its Soccer Cup Timeline
Explore the U.S. Men's National Team's World Cup history, from early miracles and modern rebirths to the highs and lows defining its powerhouse dream.
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How a Bigger World Cup Could Mean Bigger Upsets in 2026
The 2026 World Cup expands to 48 teams. We explain how the new format, including a Round of 32, could create more stunning upsets than ever before.
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How Americans Might Watch Soccer Differently After 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, is poised to permanently alter how Americans engage with the world's game.
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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
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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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