Today is it, the big one! The World Cup final is kicking off, with Spain facing off against Argentina. And man, did FIFA ever get a break with the weather for this monster match!
No Rain, No Problem!
Seriously, folks, the stars aligned for this one. That nasty wildfire smoke? Gone. Rain? Forget about it, there’s zero chance of any kind of storm or even a drizzle on Spain today. We’re talking low 80s for temps and only 44 percent humidity. Imagine that, not scorching hot and not ridiculously muggy for a mid-July match in New Jersey. That’s a huge win for everyone involved, especially the players out there giving it their all.
The MetLife Dice Roll
Let’s be real though, picking MetLife Stadium in New Jersey for the grand finale, especially in mid-July? That was always a serious gamble. It’s totally uncovered, a massive risk for weather shenanigans. You remember Super Bowl XLVIII? Similar early 2014 vibes there. SoFi Stadium, AT&T Stadium, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, all covered, would have been way smarter choices. They’re superior venues for an event of this magnitude. FIFA really rolled the dice on this one, and thankfully, Mother Nature decided to cooperate.
So, get ready to watch history unfold. The game kicks off at 3:00 p.m. ET on Fox, or you can catch the Spanish-language broadcast on Telemundo and Peacock. I’m telling you, finding this sport this summer and just enjoying it for the sheer joy of the game, without all the usual takes and stories to chase, it’s been awesome. Pure sports fan vibes, and after 50 years, it’s a feeling I’m totally digging. Don’t miss this one!
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