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Star absentees overshadow 2026 World Cup kickoff

Several football stars miss the 2026 World Cup due to injuries or omissions, including Palmer, Foden, Ekitike, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Rodrygo, highlighting the tournament's fierce competition and heartbreaking absences.