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The Power and the Glory: The History of the World Cup
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The World Cup is known for goals, legendary players and roaring fans, but behind the fame and glory lies a history shaped by politics, scandal and global economic power. Discover its nearly century-long story.
A definitive new history of the world’s most watched sporting event—just in time for the 2026 tournament
"Wilson is the game’s pre-eminent popular historian."—Observer (UK)
An Irish Times Best Sports Book of the Year
Since 1930, the World Cup has become a truly global obsession. It is the most watched sporting event on the planet, and 211 teams competed to make it into the 2022 tournament. From its inception, it has also been a vehicle for far more than soccer. A tool for self-mythologizi...
"Wilson is the game’s pre-eminent popular historian."—Observer (UK)
An Irish Times Best Sports Book of the Year
Since 1930, the World Cup has become a truly global obsession. It is the most watched sporting event on the planet, and 211 teams competed to make it into the 2022 tournament. From its inception, it has also been a vehicle for far more than soccer. A tool for self-mythologizi...
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