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The World Cup is half over, with 54 of 104 matches complete. And the drama is just getting started
Summary by The McAllen Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: TIM REYNOLDS, Associated Press , as published by ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway As of Wednesday, 54 matches have taken place.
The World Cup has reached its midpoint, with a significant portion of the tournament now complete. As of Wednesday, 54 matches have taken place. There are still many games to be played, with 50 remaining before the tournament concludes.
The World Cup champion will be determined after these matches. Further information about the World Cup, including its current status and upcoming schedule, is available from ValleyCentral, the local source for sports news in McAllen , TX.
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Category: library ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ValleyCentral (KVEO/CBS4) - Sports ·
Reading time: 1 min
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