The 2026 World Cup hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada has become a global cultural phenomenon, uniting fans from around the world despite geopolitical tensions, particularly highlighted by Iran’s participation amid ongoing conflict with the U.S. The tournament has sparked une
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