Men’s World Cup arrives in the Pacific Northwest: RED CARD

Men’s World Cup arrives in the Pacific Northwest: RED CARD

Posted by OPB Think Out Loud on June 22, 2026

"Pacific University Political Science professor and former footballer Jules Boykoff points out that while soccer is a beautiful game, the high ticket prices, FIFA corruption, high carbon footprint and scandals of this year’s competition bring a world of contradictions. Boykoff joins us to discuss his latest book, Red Card: The 2026 World Cup, Sportswashing, and the FIFA Greed Machine."

Listen to the full conversation here.