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The World Cup Isn't Really About Soccer
Every four years, billions of people stop everything to watch the World Cup...but why?
In this episode of World's Greatest Dad, Ali tries to convince Neil that soccer isn't just a sport, it's one of the greatest shared cultural experiences on Earth.
Along the way they talk about:
• Why the World Cup means so much to countries around the globe • Why Americans often struggle to connect with soccer • The emotional stories behind international teams • Messi, Pelé, Christian Pulisic, and soccer's biggest legends • Why a 0-0 match can actually be thrilling • Growing up with sports versus…
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