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2026 was a World Cup of contradictions – with a tainted legacy
In some ways, the tournament was like the best American fast food, writes Miguel Delaney, entertaining but immediately forgettable, yet Fifa ushered through some harmful precedents for the future of football and off-field controversy cast a long shadow
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economictimes.indiatimes.com
Been played by deep play? How FIFA World Cup 2026 shapes the modern football fan - The Economic Times
Despite the shadow of controversy, numerous football enthusiasts engaged with this year's Fifa World Cup. The expanded format highlighted both rising nations and well-known…
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irishtimes.com
The Irish Times view on the World Cup: still a beautiful game
Despite crass commercialisation, and political meddling, the finals remain magica
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FIFA toasts World Cup triumph as tournament draws to close
The 2026 World Cup concluded as a triumph, overcoming initial concerns about high prices and geopolitical tensions. Thrilling football and a strong feel-good factor captivated…
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punchng.com
World Cup recap: Six key moments before Argentina-Spain final
Relive the most thrilling moments of the 2026 World Cup, from minnows' sparkle to Argentina's comebacks, before the highly anticipated Argentina-Spain fina
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si.com
The 2026 World Cup XI
Soccer’s superstars came to the fore on the grandest stage.
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theguardian.com
Trump show offers fitting fever-dream end to a World Cup of excess and damage
Football appeared a sideshow for much of the last afternoon of a tournament nurtured to indulge the cult of the individual
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africanews.com
Beyond Spain's win: the moments that defined the 2026 FIFA World Cup | Africanews
The final whistle may have crowned Spain as world champions, but the 2026 FIFA World Cup will be remembered for far more than who lifted the trophy.
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newrepublic.com
The 2026 World Cup Was a Cynical Triumph
It was a great tournament. But the malign influence of Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino was inescapable.
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frontofficesports.com
FIFA’s Super Bowl Moment
The World Cup final became much more than a soccer game. It featured a star-packed halftime show, Donald Trump on the trophy stage, and an extra-time win by Spain.
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afr.com
Did this $19b money-making World Cup change soccer forever?
With a wartime host nation, eye-watering ticket prices and a ban overturned after a call from the White House, the 2026 tournament tested FIFA like no other.
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nytimes.com
Trump, Infantino and an awkward dash: Everything that happened in the World Cup trophy presentation
Two presidents took centre-stage during Spain's post-match celebrations, a fitting end for this summer's World Cup
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nzherald.co.nz
Spain lifted the Fifa World Cup trophy - but did controversy steal the show?
The expanded 48-team format produced 104 matches across the US, Mexico, and Canada.
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'They won it the right way': The verdict on the 2026 Fifa World Cup final
Argentina became just the second defending champions in 30 years to reach the final.
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channelnewsasia.com
Ten takeaways from the 2026 World Cup
NEW YORK, July 20 : The World Cup wrapped up on Sunday, with Spain crowned champions after beating Argentina 1-0 after extra time in the final in front of a capacity crowd at New…
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dailysabah.com
Football left searching for its soul in World Cup's American makeover
The 2026 World Cup may be remembered more for FIFA's bold embrace of American sports traditions – from hydration breaks and halftime shows to...
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aljazeera.com
Top feel-good moments to remember now that the 2026 World Cup is over
From Lamine Yamal’s younger brother stealing the spotlight to Vozinha being reunited with his mother.
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dw.com
Taking stock of 2026 World Cup: Football's biggest show yet
A worthy world champion, a call from the US president, security concerns and a few pleasant surprises. The 2026 World Cup is over. So what will we remember about global football's…
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2026 World Cup: What remains after football's biggest show?
A worthy world champion, a call from the US president, security concerns, and a few pleasant surprises. The 2026 World Cup is over—but what will we remember about the biggest…
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inews.co.uk
Two presidents with no shame gave a masterclass in how to alienate the world
Even so, the World Cup was a triumph for football despite the efforts of Trump and Infantino, writes Jon Sopel
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independent.co.uk
2026 was a World Cup of contradictions – with a tainted legacy
In some ways, the tournament was like the best American fast food, writes Miguel Delaney, entertaining but immediately forgettable, yet Fifa ushered through some harmful…