Our new book is out today! We’re pleased to announce the release of our new edited book: Critical Perspectives on the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup: Events, Issues, Controversies (Routledge).

Gianni Infantino and Donald Trump appear to enjoy a "great friendship", with the FIFA president invited to the U.S. President's inauguration. Apart from the Instagram posts and gushing statements, what does this sporting political bromance mean for the 2026 World Cup? 🔗nyti.ms/4geZ6d7

Interesting. Very interested in learning the details of this deal.

FIFA have given the Saudi bid for 2034 the same 4.1/5 score for its stadiums - despite eight not yet built - as they gave to the Canada-Mexico-USA bid for 2026, all of which are built, many of which are world leading NFL stadia. I mean, how? www.nytimes.com/athletic/595...

The 'keep politics out of sports' crowd is awfully silent that last few days.