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2026 World Cup ends July 20 after six weeks in North America
The tournament ended Sunday with several personal moments drawing attention during the event. These included family reunions player family appearances and fan interactions at matches.
Jul 20, 5:19 AM·1m read3 sources
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The 2026 FIFA World Cup concluded on July 20 after matches hosted across Canada Mexico and the United States. United States officials waived visa bond costs for the mother of Verde goalkeeper Josimar Dias known as Vozinha allowing her to attend a match in Miami Florida and reunite with her son.
The three-year-old brother of Spanish player Lamine Yamal appeared on stadium screens during Spain's matches and became a noted presence at the team's games.
After Uzbekistan lost 3-1 to Colombia fan Isfandiyor Begmatov received an invitation to a team training session and was given a signed jersey. A pet duck wearing a Mexico jersey appeared early in the tournament prompting sales of matching plush toys at later matches.
A student who wore a Christmas sweater to represent Mexico received a customized jersey from the national team after video of the outfit circulated widely.
England player Jude Bellingham heard supporters sing the song Hey Jude after matches. Curacao manager Dick Advocaat aged 78 wiped away tears before his team's debut match against Germany. The coach who was appointed in January 2024 said the moment reflected how far the team had come.
