I guess RolyH that is is always hard to understand what makes other cultures tick. It may be cliche, but if we did understand each other, we would have less troubles in the world!

Another example - Canada. Hockey is THE sport in Canada, probably greater than baseball is here in the U.S. I think that is wonderful!

Sure, soccer is embraced by much of the world. Maybe we have too many choices here in the U.S., but that is just the way life is. Americans aren't ignoring the World Cup, it just isn't the primary focus in our lives. Aside from a few comments from the altercockers here on Mudcat who are just trying to stir the pot, most Americans do not look negatively at soccer, they just choose to embrace another sport. Choice!

Ron