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Marcotti's 2026 wishes: A big World Cup (with Italy in it), transparency in football, more

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Another year in the books, another chance to look forward and imagine what can be. The World Cup will dominate 2026 the way only the biggest sporting event in the world can, but there are plenty of other things to hope for.

These are my 30 wishes for football in the new year. And, of course, No. 30 is ever present -- at least for me.

1. That the 2026 World Cup be safe and welcoming for all involved, from fans to players to officials.