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Great stories, little jeopardy - does the new World Cup format work?

The expanded 48-team World Cup brought unexpected stories like Cape Verde's rise, yet many top nations faced little risk. While more goals were scored, the format's depth is under scrutiny. Did the new setup enhance the competition or dilut...

BBC News· Jun 29, 2026 · 7:42 AM · 571 views

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