The Afterword on Sports and The World Cup part 2

04/04/22 • 24 min

The Afterword: A Conversation About the Future of Words

How does soccer intersect with global politics? What might we expect to see on the field at the World Cup?

The World Cup only occurs every four years and it is a benchmark that reflects how countries view themselves and their communities.

Bob Jones University men’s head coach Greg Fulton and semi-professional soccer player Javier Mombiela share the significance of this sport.

The future of soccer has many up-and-coming players, yet some current athletes may be retiring and playing their last games. We will learn how these changes will continue to impact equity in pay, media coverage, and professional level play for all footballers.

How does soccer intersect with global politics? What might we expect to see on the field at the World Cup?

The World Cup only occurs every four years and it is a benchmark that reflects how countries view themselves and their communities.

Bob Jones University men’s head coach Greg Fulton and semi-professional soccer player Javier Mombiela share the significance of this sport.

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The Afterword on Sports and The World Cup

We are starting a new theme at The Afterword -- how playing sports brings the world together through play. In this episode, we discover how soccer -- or football, as many call it -- gives us a glimpse into the ways global communities interact. Joining us to talk about the World Cup is Bob Jones University men’s head coach Greg Fulton and semi-professional soccer player Javier Mombiela. They share how soccer, the world's most popular sport, is breaking down barriers and offering opportunities for everyone to play.

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