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A World Cup of miracles, migrations and a lesson for Indian football

The 2026 World Cup celebrates new teams and inspiring journeys. Nations like Iraq and debutants Curacao and Cape Verde showcase grit and romance. Diaspora plays a key role in building these teams. Indian origin players represent Qatar and Australia. India can learn from these successes, especially by tapping into its diaspora to improve its football standing.

10 Jun 2026 11:15 pm