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本文目录导读：

1. The Background of the 2018 World Cup
2. Key Features of the Tournament
3. The Teams and Their Performances
4. The Final and the crowning of the Champion

2018年，全球足坛的 focus point was the FIFA World Cup Russia 2018, which was held in the host nation Russia. This was the 21st FIFA World Cup, marking a significant milestone in the history of the tournament. The event took place from June 14 to July 15, 2018, in 11 host cities across Russia, including Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Sochi, and Kazan. The tournament was a culmination of years of preparation, with 32 of the best national teams from around the world competing for the prestigious title.

The Background of the 2018 World Cup

The 2018 FIFA World Cup was organized by the Football Federation of Russia (FFR), which had a long history of hosting international football events. The tournament was preceded by the FIFA Confederations Cup, which was held in Russia in May 2018, further showcasing Russia's footballing prowess. The success of the World Cup in Russia was attributed to the country's vast resources, modern infrastructure, and the efforts of the organizing committee.

Key Features of the Tournament

The 2018 World Cup featured a number of unique features, including the inclusion of 11 host cities, the use of a new tournament ball, and the introduction of a new scoring system. The tournament was also broadcasted globally, with over 150 countries tuning in to watch their favorite teams.

The Teams and Their Performances

The 2018 World Cup was a true test of skill and strategy, with teams from around the world vying for the title. The host team, Russia, started the tournament as the favorites, having won the World Cup in 1982. However, they were quickly dethroned by the host nation Germany, which won the first match against Russia. The tournament saw a number of upsets, including Brazil's surprise defeat of Germany in the quarterfinals, and France's stunning victory over England in the semifinals.

The Final and the crowning of the Champion

The final match of the 2018 World Cup was held on July 15, 2018, in Sochi, and was a thrilling encounter between the host nation Russia and the defending champions Germany. The match was played in front of a record-breaking crowd of over 80,000 fans, who were treated to a spectacle of high-quality football. The match was closely contested, with both teams creating chances to score. In the 90th minute, Germany's Robert Lewandowski scored a penalty after a red card was shown to him, but Russia's Alexey201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820182018201820