World Cup
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a trophy emblematic since 1930 of the world championship in soccer and competed for every four years by finalists who have won qualifying matches among more than 150 national teams.
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the quadrennial championship match for this trophy between the two finalists emergent from 24 qualifying teams, which include regional winners, the defending champion, and the host country team.
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It was just their 16th fixture - and a first against Australia - with Tom Brindle's side having already been beaten 70-6 by England and 76-0 by Samoa at the World Cup.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
Rampant Australia racked up the biggest score in international history as they hammered Wales in a Rugby League World Cup mismatch.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
The Jillaroos beat their 92-0 record, set against France in the 2022 World Cup, when Southwell converted Sergis' fourth try, hitting three figures when the extras were added to star full-back Tamika Upton's breakaway.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
World Cup final official Darren Cann called Martinez's actions "inexplicable".
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
Harry was thinking of the way Crouch’s eyes had bulged as he’d looked down at his disobedient house-elf back in the wood at the Quidditch World Cup.
From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling
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