World Cup Open Thread | June 25, 2026

If you're looking for a spot to talk all things football, The Daily Merengue is where you want to be. The bias towards RMCF is obvious, but that’s part of the charm—it's right there in the name! Big thanks to the moderators Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix, and of course, Valyrian Steel for keeping things running smoothly.

There’s so much excitement this World Cup. Three matches, three Man of the Match awards—what a start!

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On June 23, at Houston Stadium, Cristiano Ronaldo celebrated after scoring Portugal's opening goal against Uzbekistan in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Group K match. The atmosphere was electric, with fans on their feet as the action unfolded.

Some might question the hefty price tag attached to certain players, but the passion on display often justifies every penny spent. We think this tournament will keep delivering memorable moments.