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Today's Poll Question at Smerconish.com: Has this World Cup finally converted America to soccer?
The 2026 World Cup has shattered viewing records, packed stadiums and watch parties, and reignited a decades-old question: has soccer finally secured a permanent place in American sports culture? Michael examines the numbers behind the surge, from television audiences and youth participation to billion-dollar media rights and MLS growth. Is this another fleeting World Cup phenomenon, or has the U.S. reached a genuine tipping point? Michael weighs the evidence, shares his own experience attending matches, and explains why he believes this time may be different. Listen here, then vote! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com
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