- The World Cup now has an expanded Round of 32 — 16 knockout games means double the knockout drama and more chances for shock results and late-night talking points.
- Must-watch matchups and stars: Brazil vs Japan (likely to extra time/penalties), Haaland’s Norway test vs Ivory Coast, Mbappé chasing Golden Boot for France, plus Mohamed Salah’s fitness to watch for Egypt.
- Great small-talk storylines: Cape Verde’s underdog run and goalkeeper Vozinha, plus the nostalgic “last dance” of Ronaldo vs Modrić in Portugal–Croatia (likely penalties).
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