World Cup's biggest spenders show up late as semifinals drive host city travel boom

The World Cup's biggest economic boost is arriving later than expected as the tournament enters its final days.
But for the U.S. businesses hoping for a soccer boom, it's better late than never.
This week's semifinals pit France against Spain in Dallas on Tuesday and England versus Argentina in Atlanta on Wednesday. Travel bookings have accelerated as the field of competitors narrows and fans converge from around the world to see the high-stakes matches.