Ahead of the first US World Cup game with Paraguay, CNA's Matthew Mohan is in Los Angeles to speak to fans about the growth of football in the country.
The 2026 World Cup in the US is spurring record soccer enthusiasm among youth, while high ticket prices limit accessibility. Streaming platforms and digital merchandise vendors benefit from soccer's mainstream growth, capitalizing on emerging sports-tech demand.
Ahead of the first US World Cup game with Paraguay, CNA's Matthew Mohan is in Los Angeles to speak to fans about the growth of football in the country.
Mr Thomas Guzman holds a replica of the World Cup. (Photo: CNA/Matthew Mohan)
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12 Jun 2026 11:53AM
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