US Hosts World Cup

The US hosting the World Cup was expected to be a disaster, but the tournament has taken the country by storm with packed stadiums and record TV viewers.

Background

In the year and a half leading up to the kick-off, Donald Trump had threatened to annex tournament co-host Canada, and to invade the other co-host, Mexico. He was also at war with one of the tournament’s participants, Iran. Additionally, harsh travel restrictions were preventing fans from Senegal, Ivory Coast, and Haiti from getting visas.

Key Details

Ticket prices were considered outrageous, and hotels weren’t filling up as promised. Furthermore, Fifa was introducing “hydration breaks” during games, allowing TV commercials in what appeared to be a cash grab that threatened the flow of play.

What It Means

Despite these challenges, the World Cup has become an outlet for joyous multiculturalism in the US, bringing people together. The tournament has been a unifying force, providing a brilliant reprieve for the country.