Analysis at the intersection of international football and foreign affairs, from World Cup economics in the Gulf to identity, diaspora and politics on the pitch.
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Author: Nuha Khan
1986 saw the year that Argentinian football legend, Diego Maradona, captured the love of Bangladesh. The 1986 World Cup held in Mexico was the first to be televised in color in Bangladesh, drawing the excitement of the entire country. From his ‘Hand of God’ goal to dribbling past five England players over half the field before scoring, Maradona was undoubtedly the most iconic spectacle of the 1986 tournament. As thousands of Bengalis witnessed the player’s magician-like play on their colored T.V. screens, they morphed into die-hard fans that would go on to adopt a life of supporting the Argentinian national team.
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Author: Nuha Khan
Nouhaila Benzina makes history as the first hijabi women to play in the Fifa World Cup. The 25-year-old Moroccan player’s selection in the team’s roster only emphasized the historic nature of the tournament.
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Author: Nuha Khan
The World Cup is undoubtedly the most anticipated and celebrated sporting event in the world. However, hosting the World Cup is a massive undertaking with significant implications for the host country. The event has the potential to boost the economy, promote tourism and infrastructure development, and raise the profile of the host nation on the world stage.
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Author: Nuha Khan
The 2022 FIFA World Cup was the greatest edition of the most spectacular global sporting tournament. Attending the World Cup was the experience of a lifetime, allowing me to watch my favorite players, explore Qatar, and interact with fellow fans from all across the world.
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