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ISSUE 005

The World Cup

More than just football?

A magazine-style English lesson exploring the FIFA World Cup, its history, global influence, unforgettable stories, and the passion that unites billions of fans.

Football stadium filled with fans during a major international World Cup match

Time

45–60 minutes

Level

B1–B2

Focus

Discussion and critical thinking

Includes

Student PDF · Teacher Guide · Audio · Presentation

This issue explores one of today's biggest sporting events through an engaging magazine-style lesson designed to encourage thoughtful discussion.

  • Original magazine-style article
  • Useful vocabulary from the article
  • True / False reading check
  • Discussion questions
  • Critical thinking task
  • Speaking challenge
  • Writing prompt
  • Teacher guide and answer key
  • Audio recording
  • Classroom presentation
Every four years, something remarkable happens. For one month, people who have never kicked a ball gather around screens in homes, cafés, and public squares, united by a single tournament. Strangers hug after a goal; entire nations hold their breath together. The World Cup is football, but it is also something much larger.
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