2026 World Cup Preview: 5 Major Storylines You Cannot Afford to Miss

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The historic 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here, bringing an expanded 48-team format, a grueling 104-match schedule, and a high-stakes host-nation campaign for the United States. From the final international bows of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo to the rise of next-gen sensations like Lamine Yamal and Yan Diomande, we break down the five defining narratives that will shape this historic summer tournament under Mauricio Pochettino’s new tactical era.

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