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More than 1,000 teams set for record-breaking football tournament

More than 1,000 teams set for record-breaking football tournament
BBC Northern Ireland Monday 20 July 2026, 05:25 UTC 1 min read
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A record 1,013 teams from across the island of Ireland, the UK, Europe and North America are taking part in this year's competition.

A record 1,013 teams from across the island of Ireland, the UK, Europe and North America are taking part in this year's competition.
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