The Fifa World Cup was once my obsession. But I'm sitting it out this year (opens original article in a new tab)

A lifelong football fan expresses indifference towards the 2026 World Cup due to concerns about the US hosting and time zone challenges, while acknowledging the tournament's positive aspects in other host nations.

• The author, a lifelong football fan, is indifferent to the 2026 World Cup due to concerns about the US hosting and time zone issues.
• The author mentions Somalia referee Omar Artan was denied entry to the US despite a diplomatic passport.
• The author prefers to watch highlights instead of live matches due to sleep schedule changes with age.
• The author acknowledges Canada and Mexico's positive reception of the tournament compared to the US.