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When Politics Hijacked the World Cup | Guyana News
The World Cup’s global spectacle is undeniable—drawing billions for one match—but politics can hijack the pitch. The U.S. team, once sidelined in soccer, rose with Pele’s 1975 NYC Cosmos stint and hosted the 1994 tournament, reaching the round of 16 before Brazil. This year, they showed promise but crumbled against Belgium—until President Trump intervened to demand a red-carded player’s return, sparking international outrage. A 4-1 loss followed, and the fallout revealed how off-field drama can eclipse athletic merit. In a world where sport and politics collide, the future of the game hinges…
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