France, Spain, Belgium, Norway, England, and Switzerland were among the European teams that advanced to the top eight. The enthusiasm generated by the United States, Canada, and Mexico was a significant factor in this world championship. Despite this, all three host-country teams were eliminated during the quarterfinals.
According to the German press agency dpa, this outcome is likely to temper the atmosphere during the final days of the tournament. This effect is particularly noticeable in the United States, as all remaining matches are scheduled to take place there. American sports fans have a tendency to diminish their interest quickly if their own national team does not perform well.
While the exciting performances of the US team during the quarterfinals have raised hopes for the sport’s popularity in the country, a considerable gap between football and established American sports, such as American football, is expected to persist.
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