The largest World Cup in history has kicked off, with the host nation Mexico defeating South Africa, while South Korea achieved an upset against the first European team to compete. Meanwhile, in Europe, the EU’s new Migration and Asylum Pact officially comes into effect today, as Pope Leo XIV concludes his visit to Spain with a special mass held in Tenerife.

On today’s agenda:

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Euronews’ Vincenzo Genovese covers the commencement of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Euronews’ Maria Tadeo interviews the IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva.

Euronews’ Angela Skujins reports on the implementation of the EU Migration and Asylum Pact today, including discussions with Magnus Brunner, EU Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration.

Former Vatican spokesperson Paloma García Ovejero provides insights on Pope Leo XIV’s trip to Spain.

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