The intrigue continues in the world of soccer's equivalent to the proverbial smoke-filled room. Yesterday, we previewed the controversy-ridden, conspiracy-laden run-up to the selection of the host country for the 2018 soccer World Cup. On that same December 2, of course, the 22 international selectors will also pick the 2022 host, and among the contenders is our very own land of the free (not that you'd know it from the relative lack of coverage, compared to the coverage elsewhere).  In any event, here's a rundown of the competition for those of you marking your ballots at home, in the reverse predicted order of finish.