The 20 Best New Books About the World Cup: RED CARD

The 20 Best New Books About the World Cup: RED CARD

Posted by Town & Country on June 15, 2026

"Author Jules Boykoff, who played soccer professionally, digs into the concept of sportswashing, 'where political leaders use sports to stoke nationalism and legitimize themselves on the world stage, deflecting from chronic problems at home' in Red Card, which casts a critical and nuanced eye on FIFA and the tournament."

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