Football Daily | Here are 48 reasons to cherish the World Cup (minus the Geopolitics)

The Guardian's Football Daily column offers a nostalgic retrospective on the 2026 World Cup, which featured 48 teams, 104 games, and 308 goals. The article lists 48 reasons to cherish the tournament, deliberately excluding geopolitical commentary. Highlights include Mexico vs. South Africa's three red cards, Germany's 7-0 win over Curaçao, Lionel Messi becoming the all-time World Cup top scorer, Scotland fans making Boston their spiritual home, Canada's first-ever World Cup win, and various memorable moments involving players, coaches, and broadcasters. The piece is a lighthearted, fan-focused recap of the event.

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