The World Cup comes to America: Passion, resilience, and the politics of hosting

The 2026 FIFA World Cup stands as the largest edition in the tournament’s history, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 venues in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. It opened on June 11 against the backdrop of America’s 250th…
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