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Donald Trump, the podium photobomber
President Donald Trump's lingering presence at the World Cup trophy ceremony, where Spain defeated Argentina, highlights a political philosophy that blurs public authority with…
Football’s Bigotry is not confined to the stands
Prejudice in sport is society in miniature, and racism at the World Cup is a recurring indictment. This article explores how football authorities often treat racism as a PR…
The 2026 FIFA World Cup: Commercial spectacle over the soul of the game
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, was touted as a landmark expansion. However, it's now seen as a stark warning, with FIFA, under President Gianni…