They are a staggeringly arrogant and inward looking hoard of uncouth oafs.
This is the biggest sporting event on the planet, attracting audiences and sponsorship that corporate America can only dream about.
His comments may be a glib, tongue in cheek swipe, the problem is that the American public tend to beleive what they are told about the rest of the world.
Do us all a favour, don't drink Budweiser when watching the world cup, drink a local brew. !!