The following is an article by Milo Speranzo, North America Chief Marketing Officer, Lenovo.
RALEIGH, N.C., July 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For the first time since 1994, the FIFA World Cup 26™ plays out across North America and it's bigger than ever. This summer's tournament will deliver a viewing experience that makes four years ago feel like a different era.
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