Setting aside all the talking points, the number one thing that was always going to show itself most with this World Cup: Americans love sports.
Are we as big into soccer as our football? No. But we love sports and tournaments, and have awesome stadiums.
I thought about this last night. I actually think Messi playing in MLS preserved his body instead of playing the brutal European schedule for 3 years. I think it would’ve been more demanding on his body. The fact he’s playing like this shows it wasn’t the wrong the decision.
The World Cup begins tomorrow, and many will watch the matches. Soccer reminds us of something we must not forget: life is not a race to show off on our own, but a path we learn to walk together. Anyone who does not know how to pass the ball, even if they have talent, has not yet understood the game. Anyone who does not know how to live with and for others has not yet understood life. #ApostolicJourney