It starts today. It is a huge event to the world. I know you mouth-breathing googans will say how stupid soccer is yada yada yada....but you cant discount the passion other countries have for this beautiful game. I would say "save your silly comments" but you wont, so have at it....

There is a lot of chatter about safety at the venues and some countries having trouble with visas for their contingent. It will be interesting to see how it plays out. The iranian team has had some interviews and they seem to be stressing they are here to play soccer and bring some unity to their people. I have no problem with that. I dont hate the people.

France is probably the best team right now. Keep an eye on them. Spain too. The US would do well to make it out of the group stage (they damn sure better) and maybe the quarters. We shall see. Its likely a big deal to how the future of soccer is seen in this country. Ticket prices have been a bad problem but you will see lots of kids looking up to the US team. Its nice to see.

So, try to appreciate the passion. Its hard to fathom when all you know is baseball and your favorite college football team. Your little worldview is too small....
Its a bigger tourney this year for the first time, too, with three host countries....one of which is in the crosshairs bc our stupid president is a buffoon.

Go USA!
fwiw, we play Friday night at 9pm on FOX.