Every four years, billions of people stop everything to watch the World Cup...but why?

In this episode of World's Greatest Dad, Ali tries to convince Neil that soccer isn't just a sport, it's one of the greatest shared cultural experiences on Earth.

Along the way they talk about:

• Why the World Cup means so much to countries around the globe • Why Americans often struggle to connect with soccer • The emotional stories behind international teams • Messi, Pelé, Christian Pulisic, and soccer's biggest legends • Why a 0-0 match can actually be thrilling • Growing up with sports versus discovering them as adults • Ali's experience becoming an MLS season-ticket holder • Inviting an Uber driver to a soccer match • Parenting kids who love sports • The incredible accessibility of soccer around the world • Why sports can unite people acr ...