Men's World Cup begins in North America with low U.S. excitement
TribLIVE • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 2:14 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
The men's World Cup officially kicks off in North America, co-hosted by the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Despite the tournament's significance, the anticipated hype in the U.S. is noticeably subdued. Factors such as the shared hosting arrangement and concerns regarding the U.S. team's competitiveness contribute to the lukewarm enthusiasm. Continued coverage is expected as the tournament progresses.
- •Men's World Cup starts in North America on June 11, 2026.
- •U.S. shares hosting duties with Canada and Mexico.
- •U.S. fan excitement is lower than anticipated.
- •Concerns exist about the competitiveness of the U.S. team.
- 2:14 PMTribLIVE — Mark Madden: The World Cup has landed in the U.S., but where’s the hype? - TribLIVE.com
"The men’s World Cup is kicking off in North America. Hype in the U.S. doesn’t feel as manic as expected. Maybe because the U.S. is co-hosting with Canada and Mexico. Americans don’t share well. Maybe because the U.S. team has no chance. Neve…
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