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World Cup 32

Deeply personal stories of some of the world's best footballers as they prepare to compete in in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

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Every journey to the World Cup starts the same way — with a dream. Through 24 exclusive interviews in 10 different languages, some of the most talented athletes

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My passion is soccer, but I also have a burning desire to give chances to people who might not receive them otherwise.

Keisuke Honda

Fans from around the world have descended on Russia for the 2018 World Cup. On Sunday in Moscow, Mexico stunned defending champion...

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