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16avos del Mundial 2026: acá no hay “Cenicientas” y todo puede pasar
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 4, 2026
· 7 min read
Análisis por Federico Leiva, CNN en Español
¿Acabamos de presenciar la mejor ronda eliminatoria de un Mundial en el siglo 21? No tengo pruebas, pero tampoco dudas. ¿Cuándo vimos al campeón defensor siendo acorralado y llevado al límite por un país debutante que tiene menos de 600.000 habitantes...
Key takeaway ¿Cuándo vimos al campeón defensor siendo acorralado y llevado al límite por un país debutante que tiene menos de 600.
Why this matters in The El Paso
As El Paso residents watch the World Cup, they're seeing a thrilling tournament where underdog teams are pushing powerhouse nations to the limit. The success of African teams, in particular, is a notable storyline, with nine out of 10 participants from the continent making it to the elimination stage. This trend is likely to resonate with El Paso's diverse community, which has a strong appreciation for international soccer. Local fans may be drawing parallels between the determination of these underdog teams and the city's own experiences as a border community that often punches above its weight. As the tournament progresses, El Pasoans will be keeping a close eye on the remaining African teams, Marruecos and Egipto, and cheering on their favorite squads in the city's many parks and public viewing areas. The excitement of the World Cup is bringing people together in El Paso, fostering a sense of community and shared passion for the beautiful game.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 7 min
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What is this story about? Análisis por Federico Leiva, CNN en Español
¿Acabamos de presenciar la mejor ronda eliminatoria de un Mundial en el siglo 21? No tengo pruebas, pero tampoco dudas. ¿Cuándo vimos al campeón defensor siendo acorralado y llevado al límite por un país debutante que tiene menos de 600.000 habitantes...
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