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Just how big was the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Here is a breakdown of the numbers
It’s been more than a week since the 2026 FIFA World Cup ended, but the memories of the tournament will never fade. This year’s edition was the biggest due to the expanded format, which included 48 teams, and thus, many records were set across the board, from attendance to food consumption to staf
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