What’s The Level: Can You Have a World Cup Without the World?

The beautiful game belongs to the fans — but what happens when they can’t show up? In this thought-provoking episode, we unpack concerns around travel and attendance restrictions ahead of the FIFA World Cup, set to take place across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. From electric atmospheres to cultural exchange, we explore why the World Cup is driven by fans — and whether limiting them could dilute the magic of football’s biggest spectacle. Today, Big Chief Tshepi asks: Is it still a World Cup if the world can’t fully be there?