What I Like About the World Cup

I feel like the world kinda slows down to pay attention to soccer matches. I know not a lot of people in the US are into it. And that's fine. But I feel like a citizen of the world knowing so many people are watching these games and other things are basically put on hold for a little while. Something about that appeals to me. Perhaps it's procrastination.

I mean, in South America, their stock markets close on the days when their teams have games. In Mexico, no one is paying attention to presidential elections. It's refreshing to know there are other things that can take precedence over economics and politics.