KANSAS CITY, Mo. — KSHB 41’s World Cup analyst Graham Zusi, a former Sporting Kansas City star who represented the U.S. in the 2014 World Cup, shared the three things Kansas City should know about the tournament before it kicks off this summer.
First, he told KSHB 41 anchor Caitlin Knute it is difficult even for him to “comprehend the magnitude of what’s coming to Kansas City.”
Zusi said it is truly a global event, so Kansas City can expect a “massive influx of fans into the city.” He said some fans will come to support the base camp teams, others will come to town for the teams that play in Kansas City, and the most dedicated will travel around the country to follow their team.
“Just the magnitude of the tournament is second to none,” Zusi said.
Second, Zusi said the passion World Cup fans bring is incredible.
“I think the passion alone is what’s gonna really catch the eye of the casual watcher,” Zusi said.
He said the excitement scale is nearly 10 times that of Super Bowl pandemonium.
Third, Zusi said Kansas Citians will likely experience increased traffic.
He suggests leaving early and planning ahead for possible delays.
Zusi will share more World Cup wisdom with KSHB 41 as we continue to count down the days to the FIFA World Cup.
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