Getting Ready for the World Cup with Graham Zusi & Frank Boal

A note from Graham Zusi:

The countdown is on! We’re now less than a year away from Kansas City hosting the world’s biggest sporting event—and I couldn’t be more excited. As someone who’s represented the U.S. on soccer’s biggest stage, I know just how special this moment will be—not only for fans but for our entire city.

Kansas City isn’t just a host city—we’re setting the tone for what’s next. And I am thrilled to be part of it as nbkc bank’s Community Ambassador. Like nbkc bank, Kansas City has always outperformed expectations, and this tournament gives us the chance to show the world the pride, energy, and momentum that make KC what it is.

That same spirit is what drew me to nbkc bank. I’m honored to work with a bank that believes in helping people and communities take their next step—whether it’s buying a home, building a business, or getting ready for a financial decision in their personal life.

What’s next starts here® isn’t just a tagline—it’s a mindset. One I’ve carried from the pitch into life after soccer. And one that I see alive every day in nbkc’s customers, our city, and the work nbkc is doing to help Kansas City grow.

I recently sat down with Frank Boal to talk more about this moment for KC and how we’re getting ready.