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May 22, 2026
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The World Cup is expensive, but it’s our turn to pick up the tab
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OPINION
The World Cup is expensive, but it’s our turn to pick up the tab
CATHAL KELLY
PUBLISHED MAY 22, 2026
UPDATED MAY 23, 2026
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Seats at Toronto Stadium (temporarily renamed from BMO Field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup), in Toronto on May 19.
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