From taking the photo that became the most-liked post on Instagram as of recording, to developing film in the stadium toilets, legendary World Cup photographer Shaun Botterill speaks with Guardian Australia’s picture editor, Carly Earl, about how capturing the World Cup has changed throughout his 40-year career.
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