trans-siberian world cup

The 2018 FIFA World Cup: 32 nations; 62 football matches; millions of fans. Russia: 11 time zones across two continents; home of the Trans-Siberian Railway - 5,772 miles across seven time zones in seven days. The world's most iconic single train journey in one of the world's most powerful countries. It was an opportunity for the most epic of away days, documenting the global passion for football while riding the Trans-Siberian, a lifeline that connects a nation and nationalities. 

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