‘I dreaded the World Cup but am now embracing it’: how the tournament won over (most) people in host cities
Excitement was muted before the event, but the joy, noise and colour from visiting fans has captivated people in the US, Canada and Mexico • Do you live in a host city? We want to hear from you While
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