Alexandros Schulman At the time of writing, it is just hours before the opening ceremony in Mexico City is due to commence. The flags are hung, the broadcast crews are in position, and we are about to go live. That moment should be one of celebration, but for any keen observer of the game, it … Continue reading Fortress Football: The Debacle That Is the 2026 World Cup
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The Americanisation of Football
Alexandros Schulman The Americanisation of the 2026 World Cup and the Control over Global Sports — How the United States has turned football’s greatest party into an over-politicised, over-priced spectacle that tells Iranians, Egyptians and ordinary football fans that they are not welcome. When FIFA awarded the 2026 men’s World Cup to a joint North American bid, FIFA … Continue reading The Americanisation of Football
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