In Kathmandu, the World Cup means jerseys, memories and dreams of glory

Thousands of kilometres from the stadiums of North America, Kathmandu’s football fans show how the city has been swept up in football’s biggest spectacle.

Despite still being in the group stage, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has already delivered on the upsets and tight, seesaw games expected of the tournament. And fans are hopeful the blockbuster start means it's only going to get better from here.