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FIFA World Cup 2026: Fans’ Hottest Talking Points
From free fan festivals and Panini sticker mania to sky-high ticket prices and broadcasting rights standoffs in India and China, global football fans are buzzing with debate ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026. Political tensions over US-Israeli strikes on Iran have also stirred controversy, while the 48-team tournament promises 104 matches across 16 host cities in Canada, Mexico and the US.