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World Cup Semifinals at Work Hours | Salt Lake City News
FIFA’s World Cup semifinals this year kicked off in the middle of the workday for American fans, sparking online debate over scheduling priorities that favored Europe over the U.S.—despite the tournament being held on home soil. While past tournaments in Qatar and Russia also featured afternoon games for North America, the 1994 U.S.-hosted event offered far more convenient late-afternoon and evening slots. FIFA cited global viewership, weather, travel, and player recovery as key factors, acknowledging the U.S. market’s importance but ultimately prioritizing Europe’s strong viewership. Still…
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