Month: June 2018

Cool ideas for enjoying the World Cup as a family

Cool ideas for enjoying the World Cup as a family

Every American kid knows about the Super Bowl and the World Series. But the World Cup may be less familiar — unless you play the so-called “beautiful game,” or your family has roots in a soccer-obsessed country such as Brazil. The international tournament is becoming more popular in the United States, though it’s been a cherished event for families around the globe since the 1930s. Governed by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association(FIFA), the World Cup takes place every four years with 32 countries competing during one very intense month of the summer. This year, the games are being played in various cities throughout Russia, including Sochi, which hosted the 2014 Olympics. The 2018 FIFA World Cup will be broadcast in English on Fox and in Spanish on Telemundo from June 14 through July 15. Both channels are offering tons of coverage and extra goodies on their apps and websites. Whether soccer brings memories from your childhood or you’re new to the drama, excitement, and international flavor of the games, these tips can help your whole family get in on the …