The World Cup continues to capture imaginations around the globe—and now, beyond it. Astronauts aboard the International Space Station participated in a zero-gravity World Cup celebration while Spain and Belgium squared off in Earth-bound action. According to ESPN, it's a reminder that soccer's biggest tournament inspires fans everywhere, from stadiums to the cosmos.

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