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GUADALAJARA, Mexico -- The announcement that Mexico could become the first country in history to host games at a third World Cup was supposed to be a joyous occasion. Except it turned out to be a bag of mixed emotions.
It was expected in Mexico that Monday's press conference to make official the United States, Canada and Mexico's bid for 2026 World Cup would hand the lion's share of games to the United States.