FIFA World Cup and Beyond: Sport, Culture, Media and Governance

Soccer is the most popular mass spectator sport in the world, and the FIFA World Cup is the grand spectacle for asserting the identity of a nation. This book offers eclectic perspectives and discourses on the World Cup, focusing on its significance for nations in terms of hosting, performance, playing style, and identity formation. It also looks beyond the World Cup to highlight the growing importance of a host of perspectives in sport in general and football in particular with reference to art, fandom, gender, media, and governance.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 212 pages
\n Publication date: 18 December 2020
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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Soccer, the world's most beloved mass spectator sport, has been a vibrant tapestry that weaves together the intricacies and rich tapestry of national life. The way the game is portrayed and prioritized as a "national" or "international" event in public opinion and the media wields a profound influence on shaping the very fabric of a nation's soccer culture. In this captivating context, the FIFA World Cup stands as the grandest stage for nations to assert their identity and sovereignty. This book aims to present a diverse range of perspectives and discourses on the FIFA World Cup, shedding light on the evolving dimensions of football and sports culture in realms such as identity, race, ethnicity, gender, fandom, governance, and more.

On one hand, it delves into the profound significance of the FIFA World Cup for nations, encompassing the allure of hosting, the thrill of performance, the unique playing styles, and the profound impact on identity formation. On the other, it extends our gaze beyond the World Cup, highlighting the growing importance of a host of perspectives in sport, including art, fandom, gender, media, and governance.

The chapters in this book were originally published as a special issue of Sport in Society, a testament to the rich insights and thought-provoking discussions they encompass. As you delve into these pages, you will embark on a journey that explores the intersection of football, culture, and society, offering a captivating tapestry of perspectives that will deepen your understanding and appreciation of the world's most beloved sport.

\n Weight: 408g\n
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367530495\n \n