Canada name their home World Cup squad, DR Congo's debut faces travel uncertainty, and fans argue over the new eight-match path to the trophy.
World Cup Daily for 30 May follows three stories shaping the 2026 tournament conversation: Canada's squad reveal, DR Congo travel restrictions ahead of Houston, and the debate over an eight-match road to the trophy.
Canada have named their home World Cup squad, with Alphonso Davies and Jonathan David leading a group that fans think has a real chance to break new ground for the hosts.
DR Congo's debut in Houston now sits alongside U.S. entry restrictions tied to the Ebola outbreak, raising fears that many supporters could miss a historic first World Cup match.
Fans are arguing over whether the 48-team format creates useful extra jeopardy or simply gives deep squads and tournament organizers one more game to exploit.
That's it for today.
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