World Cup 2026: The weirdest moments in the tournament's history you've forgotten about

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Published: 10/06/2026

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Paul Coyte takes us through the weirdest moments in World Cup history, as the tournament returns for 2026.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making history by expanding to 48 teams (up from 32) and introducing strict new anti-time-wasting rules, enhanced VAR powers, and severe red card penalties to stop unsportsmanlike behaviour like covering mouths during confrontations or walking off the pitch... and fans can take beers into the stands.

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