How U.S. Soccer can grow the game with $100m World Cup windfall
Jeff CarlisleDec 26, 2025, 10:58 AM ET Close Jeff Carlisle covers MLS and the U.S. national team for ESPN FC. For the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF), there are myriad presumed benefits for hosting a FIFA World Cup. There is the attention that the event will bring to the sport of soccer, driving interest not only…