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World Cup 2026: New format impact
Cape Verde's remarkable qualification to the last 32 of the World Cup, after drawing with Spain and Uruguay, exemplifies the tournament's new format's success in creating unexpected stories. Despite concerns about reduced jeopardy for top teams due to expanded groups and the qualification of third-placed teams, smaller nations like Cape Verde and Curacao showcased their progress, while African teams performed strongly. However, the format's lack of competitive risk for major nations and uneven progress across regions raised questions about its overall effectiveness.
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