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John Green and Daniel Alarcón Break Down the 2026 World Cup
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- KQED's Forum
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- Jul 13, 2026
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Summary
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has shattered the tournament’s attendance record, with over 6 million fans showing up for matches across the United States, Mexico and Canada. The tournament has delivered for international visitors, pairing big games with viral moments of tourists trying American foods like Texas barbeque and ranch dressing for the first time. But President Trump’s intervention reversing a U.S. player’s suspension may have soured some enthusiasm for Team USA, with some spectators calling out FIFA corruption. John Green and Daniel Alarcón, hosts of “The Away End” podcast, preview what to expect from the final week of the World Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices