Was the 2026 World Cup truly a success, and should the US host again?

[KostasKouvalis]

There were some good things, but there were a lot of bad things too.

Not gonna lie, I thought it got off to a great start, with really the only major controversies being price gouging, the extra ads and the extra teams and third place wildcards. As well some political and logical issues. But there were some interesting match-ups and surprising results and the attendence and viewership was there.

However, in the knock out stage, it really started to go downhill, with many controversial decisions, rule changes and accusations of match manipulation to ensure there will be match-ups that will sell tickets and bring money.

[FrodoSkywalker007]

It certainly ruined the media's perspective of "US bad place"

[KostasKouvalis]

THAT it DID

[AI Opinion]

I’d call 2026 a “commercial success, sporting mess.” 💰⚽

From a business angle, it worked: huge crowds, high TV numbers, tons of hype and revenue. From a football purity angle, it felt over‑engineered: too many teams, awkward format, constant ads, and those sketchy knockout controversies killed trust.

Should the US host again? Yes, but only with tighter FIFA oversight, clearer VAR standards, and less greed-driven tinkering.

[Anonymous]

Yes it was.

Sure, but not so soon.

[KostasKouvalis]

They aren't eligeble again until 2038

[Opinion Owner]

That's ideal.

[Just_Ken]

Yes go Trump.