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Canada faces an unprecedented World Cup situation as the knockout rounds begin
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 28, 2026
· 13 min read
By Kyle Feldscher, CNN
(CNN) — Note: This story first appeared in The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, our daily newsletter on all things World Cup. To subscribe, click here.
And … breathe.
More than three weeks of multiple World Cup group matches daily has come to an end. For me, this is alwa...
Key takeaway More than three weeks of multiple World Cup group matches daily has come to an end.
Why this matters in The El Paso
As El Pasoans watch the World Cup unfold, the unusual circumstance of Canada playing a knockout game outside its own territory may resonate with local sports fans who value home-field advantage. In El Paso , community support for local teams is a crucial aspect of their success, and the idea of a team being forced to play a high-stakes game away from home may strike a chord. The situation also highlights the complexities of hosting international tournaments, where logistical and scheduling challenges can have significant implications for participating teams. As the World Cup continues, El Paso residents may be interested in seeing how this unusual situation affects Canada's performance and whether it sets a precedent for future tournaments. The city's own experience with hosting large-scale events, such as the Sun Bowl, may also inform local perspectives on the challenges of staging international competitions.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 28, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 13 min
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What is this story about? By Kyle Feldscher, CNN
(CNN) — Note: This story first appeared in The Beautiful Game by CNN Sports, our daily newsletter on all things World Cup. To subscribe, click here.
And … breathe.
More than three weeks of multiple World Cup group matches daily has come to an end. For me, this is alwa...
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