In that sense I couldnt agree more

by Mark, Wednesday, July 01, 2026, 20:59 (20 days ago) @ HCE
edited by Mark, Wednesday, July 01, 2026, 21:02

The support for soccer in the US today, is worlds better than it was when I grew up. The 1994 World Cup helped jumpstart US interest, but today’s World Cup clearly shows a legitimate US soccer audience has evolved. Gen X for the win here imo.

And I hate the red card on Balogun, but Belgium is a very beatable team, even with Balogun out. It wont be a gimme, but its definitely winnable.

So I’m saying there’s a chance.

And regardless of the outcome, watching Messi play and that dominant French team … both will be great to have on US soil for this WC. Gonna be some pretty damn good entertainment this next few weeks.

Lastly, I picked up some BBQ for dinner tonight … the spot was jumping with reserved tables packed … all for people to watch this match. Massive improvement in soccer fandom in my lifetime in the US.

PS. I googled the TV numbers … this World Cup is blowing the numbers out the window. Monster numbers. Its a huge success.