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The Guardian·about 2 months ago

Football Daily | World Cup day is upon us: chill, relax and revel in the euphoria and despair

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Happy GWC Day everyone!

Sure, Bigger Cup may have become the pinnacle of football in the 21st century, but nothing stirs the child within like the beginning of a Geopolitics World Cup.

The 23rd edition kicks off on Thursday when co-hosts Mexico face South Africa at the Azteca Stadium, a venue that is a World Cup Proustian rush all on its own.

The two greatest players of all time, Pelé and Diego Maradona, both won the World Cup in that stadium.

Kylian Mbappé, Cristiano Ronaldo, Lamine Yamal and the other modern greats won’t be able to do that this year, as the final is being played in the USA USA USA.

As you may have read, that country is currently run by a disinfectant-peddling despot, and its approach to inclusivity has been one of many controversies heading into the tournament.

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Sources: The Guardian

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