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Title: AMERICA’S WORLD CUP: The biggest, boldest summer in soccer history
ISBN: 9781638462255
Hardcover, collector's edition
160 pages
Size: 11.25 in. x 8.75 in. x 0.5 in.
Published by Pediment Publishing
Printed in North America
Ships November 27, 2026

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About the book

America Threw the Biggest Soccer Party the World Has Ever Seen

The American response to the 2026 FIFA World Cup broke records and turned the tournament into the largest football party ever held. Even after the U.S. Men's National Team fell to Belgium in the Round of 16, the fever never broke. Fans kept packing stadiums, adopting new teams and throwing themselves into the whole global spectacle.

Here's what made it stand out:

History-making attendance

The tournament broke the all-time FIFA World Cup attendance record during the group stage, drawing more than 4.6 million spectators. Matches averaged over 64,500 fans and filled seats to 99.7% capacity. Giant venues like SoFi Stadium and AT&T Stadium stunned visitors with their scale and tailgating culture.

Blockbuster viewership

More than 50 million people watched Team USA's final match against Belgium, the most-watched non-NFL sporting event in the U.S. this century. Fox and Telemundo posted record group-stage numbers, proving fans tuned in even for games without the home team.

The country of yes

International tourists flooded social media marveling at American life, from huge food portions to massive supermarkets. Visitors from Europe and South America kept remarking on how friendly and helpful everyday Americans were. And with the tournament landing on the country's 250th anniversary, fans got a front-row seat to Fourth of July fireworks and nonstop celebration.

Books ship November 2026 in time for holiday gift-giving. 

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Note: This book is an unofficial account of the 2026 World Cup by USA TODAY Sports, and is not endorsed by FIFA or any of the national teams.

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