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9 reasons to watch the 2026 World Cup

Members of the Iranian national soccer team arrive at Tijuana International Airport on June 7, 2026. | Mario Tama/Getty Images This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. When I was 10, my dearest wish was to become Mia Hamm. Decades have passed, and I write a newsletter, so you can see what all became of that. Still, when the FIFA World Cup rolls around, I dust off my seldom-used soccer knowledge and check which local bars are streaming matches. The tournament is the largest, m...