World Cup Attendance Sets Record
Original Report
The USMNT remains competitive heading into its Round of 16 match against Belgium despite the suspension of striker Folarin Balogun, while France remains the tournament favorite led by Kylian Mbappé....
The USMNT remains competitive heading into its Round of 16 match against Belgium despite the suspension of striker Folarin Balogun, while France remains the tournament favorite led by Kylian Mbappé. Bloomberg News Senior Sports Reporter Randall Williams joins David Gura and Christina Ruffini on the couch of Bloomberg This Weekend and explains that the expanded FIFA World Cup has shattered attendance records and delivered a significant tourism and economic boost to host cities across the US, with packed stadiums and fan zones driving spending. (Source: Bloomberg)
Glass House Analysis
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