From Cape Verde's near-miracle to Germany's collapse and America's unlikely joy, one World Cup has become the emotional weather of four continents at once.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the knockout stages, yet it has been remarkable not only for being the biggest in football history so far, but also for its unusual moments. It…

From Cape Verde's near-miracle to Germany's collapse and America's unlikely joy, one World Cup has become the emotional weather of four continents at once.

Morocco and Egypt lift Africa, Europe fights heat and racism, and the Americas host it all. How World Cup 2026 mirrors a divided world.