Sports As A Weapon Podcast

New episode on Mexico, US Imperialism and the World Cup is out now! Miguel is joined by associate professor of Mexican History at Arizona State University, Alexander Aviña

In this clip, Alex speaks on the history of Mexico hosting the 1970 World Cup, including Pelé's brilliance and the boos from Mexican fans for President Gustavo Díaz Ordaz because of his role in the 1968 Tlatelolco massacre.

Sharing this video from the and Anti-fascist football Coalition on FIFA's lack of consistency and adherence to their own statutes and human rights policy.

The US is allowed to host the games while committing war crimes and do not adhere these so-called standards set by FIFA on human rights. Other countries have been suspended or banned for far less like a goalkeeper faking an injury...but the US is given immunity.

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New episode out now with and their Anti-fascist football Coalition to Boycott the US-hosted 2026 World Cup! Watch the episode on the YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts!

In this clip, BAP's Solidarity Network co-coordinator Dana is keeping it 💯! FIFA is normalizing Ge****de.

Watch 📺 https://youtu.be/21tss6qOAF0?si=n4a9NUwjfq4Cv7g2

New episode! I was joined by returning guest and friend of the show, of The Adnan Husain Show to discuss Iran and the World Cup.

In this clip, we discuss the serious safety concerns facing Iran's men's World Cup team in light of the ongoing U.S. war with Iran. Adnan highlights how aggressive US foreign policies and hostile domestic policies, such as ICE raids, create a deeply unsafe environment for international athletes and traveling fans alike.

Adnan ultimately argues that a country unable to guarantee the basic security of its participants does not deserve the privilege of hosting the tournament and heeds the call for a boycott.