World Cup fever has officially overtaken the world. If you haven't yet caught the bug, here's a primer to get you through the watch party you've been dragged to or just to make it through the water cooler talk in the office.
When
The World Cup started June 12, with hosts Brazil beating Croatia, and the final will be played July 13. ESPN and ABC hold the broadcast rights in the United States, and nearly all the matches are in prime time this year. They're worth watching - it's kind of like March Madness, only you don't get a single boring game.
Why is the World Cup such a big deal?
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Title : World Cup primer: An introduction to world
Description : World Cup fever has officially overtaken the world. If you haven't yet caught the bug, here's a primer to get you through the watc...