The bars are empty, the flags have been put back into the closets, the ESPN ratings have fallen, and most people have already forgotten the name of the United States captain. For Bob Bradley and most of his 23 man roster, the limelight has disappeared. Sure, Landon Donovan is now a household name in America.

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Manchester United fans have a lot to be excited about this season.

As the football world continues to debate FIFA's controversial announcement yesterday to award Russia and Qatar the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, pundits around the world are trying to reveal the positives of the exciting upcoming World Cups (and some continue to point out negatives). Here are my personal ten thoughts after yesterday's huge announcement:

1 Whose "legacy?

Before anyone jumps to any conclusions, let me make it clear that I fully intend on supporting the Three Lions all summer long. Furthermore, Michael Carrick and Ledley King rank quite high on my list of favorite players. After yesterday's announcement of England's World Cup squad, however, I couldn't help but have a bitter taste in my mouth.

Having seen all five of yesterday's 2022 World Cup bid presentations, I have to admit that I am extremely excited about today's huge announcement. As an American that supports the beautiful game at all levels and in all nations, any news of an impending World Cup stirs up an enormous amount of anticipation.