# 2026 World Cup: Hidden FIFA Costs & USMNT Preview

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Podcast: [The Athletic FC: Daily Cup](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-athletic-fc-daily-cup-7899757)
Published: 2026-06-11T13:50:00+00:00
Episode link: https://shows.acast.com/the-athletic-fc-daily-cup/episodes/2026-world-cup-hidden-fifa-costs-usmnt-preview
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## Resource

The historic 2026 World Cup kicks off today! Hosts Tamerra Griffin, James McNicholas and Hannah Vanbiber speak to Adam Crafton and Pablo Torre, who have exposed the hidden taxpayer costs funding FIFA’s expanded tournament. Plus, Tom Bogert helps preview the USMNT’s home-field advantage, and Hannah ranks the best and worst team kits, from Curacao's fan-favorite look to Nike's "shoulder-gate" drama. Plus the Top 3 stories as the tournament nears. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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