One thing I think of during any World Cup is that for many of the players, particularly in the Women's World Cup, they will be playing in front of the largest crowds they may experience in their playing careers. About this particular World Cup: I haven't heard any pre-tournament griping about the ball being used for these games. I remember when it was a big talking point prior to the 2006 and 2010 World Cups. It seemed like it stopped being a big deal since 2014 and on.
That's because seemingly all of the UEFA teams and pundits were grousing about the awful playing conditions (heat and humidity).
That was a really bad goal for Iraq to concede at the death. A -3 goal difference after one match is big.
I may have worn my Argentina jersey in 2022, but tonight I am wearing Algeria. Here's to the Fennec Foxes.
What is the deal with this announcing style? If I close my eyes I would have no idea who had the ball, where it was on the field, who was making runs, etc. 5 solid minutes of human interest about some dude with a pacemaker until Messi shoots.