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From Algeria's seafood platters to Argentina's famed steakhouses, GOAL's final NYC World Cup food guide explores fan favorites from Groups J, K and L.

Former Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has found himself at the centre of a social media storm after choosing to attend the USMNT's opening match to support his pop-star girlfriend, Katy Perry, over his own national team. The 54-year-old was a notable absentee as Canada played their first-ever home World Cup fixture, a 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The 2026 World Cup is underway and so is the race for the prestigious Golden Boot - the award given to the tournament's top scorer. There's a long road ahead as 48 nations battle for the top prize, but which star will take home the illustrious award? Here are GOAL's predicted candidates for the prize as we keep track of the tournament's most prolific stars

The USMNT had one chance to show the country - and the world - what soccer in America is and could become. They made the most of it.