Halfway through the FIFA World Cup, the tournament has already delivered what football’s greatest spectacle invariably promises: drama, surprises, heartbreaks and a revealing glimpse into the state of the world beyond sport.
The scorelines may dominate headlines, but World Cups have always been political and cultural mirrors, as much as sporting contests.
The good news is football itself remains gloriously unpredictable.
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