Opinion: The World Cup Is Both Appalling and Fantastic
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The FIFA World Cup presents a genuine paradox for fans: the tournament can simultaneously be a source of deep moral discomfort and pure sporting joy. The tension lies in holding two contradictory thoughts at once — that the event may be deeply troubling in its organization, politics, or host country controversies, and yet remain a thrilling, emotionally compelling spectacle of football at its highest level.