It is, of course, smeared with FIFA corruption and a shitload of other failures, not least Trump himself. But still, it remains the main sports event for humanity whether we want it or not, and venues are, actually, magnificent with the exception of ... yep--Metlife arena in New Jersey which was selected to host the final. The worst possible logistics and public accessibility.
Seattle, however, has a hugely strong football tradition with Seattle Sounders being a cult locally and selling out all 68, 000 seats at Lumen Field often.
Will I be watching it? When I have time. Who I will be rooting for? I generally support American boys, but my two favorite teams--Russia and Italy are not the part of it, and geopolitics still casts a long shadow over this event. I wish Iranian team all the success--they will be playing for the country in a hostile environment in the US.
So, Mexico started with a bang at newly renovated and stunning historic Azteca today. Seattle Mexicans have been hanging out since 07-00 AM at the Barge.
And please, let's not go into this innuendo of "bread and circuses".
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