Many American sports fans are hopping on the World Cup bandwagon, willing to embrace the game of soccer and educate themselves on "the beautiful game." If you are curious about all the hype surrounding this event, check out this quick beginner's guide to watching the World Cup:
What is the FIFA World Cup?
Where will the World Cup be taking place?
Why do I need to watch this event?
Key terms to watch for used by announcers during the games
As a new fan, you may not be familiar with the soccer lingo used by commentators during games. Here are a few terms and their meanings:
What's with the referee pulling out different colored cards?
Who are most recent World Cup winners in the last two decades?