Fun Facts About the Soccer World Cup Every Fan Should Know, Coast To Coast

Soccer’s FIFA World Cup is one of the biggest sporting events in the world. It brings together nations from all over the globe to compete for one common goal: to be crowned as champions. With so many teams competing, it’s easy to get lost in a sea of players, kits and stadiums. There’s so much you might not know about this global spectacle. From strange rules to even stranger traditions, the World Cup is home to plenty of weird and wonderful things. So read on for some fun facts about the World Cup that you won’t want to miss!

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