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The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand is back on the pod to discuss the World Cup’s runaway success, from its strong attendance numbers and high TV ratings to its positive impact on social media. He also predicts what the momentum means for the 2030 rights, and whether it could land on a streamer for the first time. Plus, how MLS can capitalize on the moment to become a top league globally.
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"Soccer’s American Dream" is an episode of The Varsity. Runtime 46 min. Published June 28, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.