Countdown to 2026 World Cup: Geopolitics, Violence, and Price Pressure Hit Co-Hosts

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With 100 days until kickoff, the 2026 World Cup co-hosts face geopolitics around Iran, security concerns amid cartel violence in Mexico, and scaling back of fan festivals and ticket-price scrutiny as organizers navigate hosting hurdles.
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