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Why Curaçao's Lone Goal vs. Germany Made World Cup Expansion Worth It

The final result of Curaçao's World Cup debut match wasn't pretty, losing 7-1 to Germany on Sunday. However, that one goal was enough to spark joy for the smallest nation in the tournament — and show that FIFA's decision to expand the World Cup to 48 teams was worth it. Following Curaçao's loss on Sunday, FOX Sports soccer analyst Alexi Lalas argued that the goal Livano Comenencia scored to tie the match against Spain validated World Cup expansion. "Germany beating Curacao, it should surprise nobody. We came on air and we talked about if there was anybody in the studio who would pick Curaçao w...