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The 2026 World Cup team of the tournament so far (without the superstars)
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The Guardian·about 6 hours ago

The 2026 World Cup team of the tournament so far (without the superstars)

We pick an XI of players who have impressed during the initial rounds of games in Canada, the US and Mexico

A star was born, at 40, when a player whose highest-profile employers were Portugal’s Gil Vicente, denied Spain’s all-stars in that historic 0-0 draw.

His Christian name being Josimar may well have pointed to him being a nascent World Cup cult hero.

So huge was his impact that the US authorities, on the orders of House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries, waived the visa fee and $15,000 (£11,300) bond for his mother, now able to fly in for her boy’s continuing adventures.

Seven saves from Spain have made him a global social media sensation, too.

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Sources: The Guardian

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