About this episode

The episode discusses Spain's victory in the World Cup and critiques FIFA's handling of the event.

Don't throw the baby out with the bathwater, well maybe Messi wishes he had. Spain are Campeones del Mundo! It was a strange final leaving questions lingering of how FIFA has been allowed to reduce the centre-piece of the football world to an add-on alongside a tacky, ill-conceived concert. Ken dials in for the last time this tournament. We hope you’ve enjoyed it all.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Topics covered

• World Cup
• football
• Spain
• FIFA
• sports culture

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: FIFA

Places: Spain

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