Goals, technology and hydration breaks: How the biggest World Cup in history will be remembered

Posted Jul 30, 2026
A newly expanded 48-team format raised concerns about lopsided matches and a lack of jeopardy in the group stage. Tell that to Cape Verde, Congo and Curaçao, which all made history and won new fans. Cape Verde held eventual champion Spain to a draw in its opening game, advanced to the round of 32 and gave Argentina a scare before losing 3-2. (Associated Press)

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