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Top 10 Countries to Watch at the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup across the US, Canada, and Mexico is the first with 48 teams, and the expanded format means more upsets, more Cinderella stories, and more drama than ever. From established powerhouses entering new eras to emerging nations with golden generations, this World Cup could rewrite the football hierarchy. We ranked the 10 most compelling storylines heading into the tournament.
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