After 28 days of games, Wednesday is the first rest day of the 2026 World Cup: the perfect opportunity to reflect on four weeks of fabulous football.
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Marcotti's Mini World Cup Musings: Messi is supern...
After 28 days of games, Wednesday is the first rest day of the 2026 World Cup: the perfect opportunity to reflect on four weeks of fabulous football.
Published July 8, 2026, 5:51 PM
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