What we’ll actually remember from the 2026 World Cup

The World Cup may be decided on the pitch, but that is rarely where all the memorable stories happen.Angela and Sam look back at the teams, players, supporters and unexpected moments that shaped the 2026 tournament. From South Africa’s progress and Scotland’s travelling party to celebrity cutaways, hydration breaks, social-media crushes and the treatment of football legends such as Cristiano Ronaldo, this is not a conventional match review.It is a conversation about why football becomes personal, what supporters carry into the game and how a tournament turns into something much bigger than its final score.