"Trump, FIFA and the Politics of The World Cup"

"Trump, FIFA and the Politics of The World Cup"
With Joey D'Urso

Summary
Joey D'Urso is an investigative journalist who has travelled the world reporting on how football explains politics, money and power— the topic of his book MORE THAN A SHIRT. This talk, just before the World Cup semi-finals, will examine the tournament's major political themes so far, and what they mean for world football and politics.

Bio
Joey D'Urso is a journalist and author specialising in football and politics who has worked for The Times, The Athletic and BBC News. His first book MORE THAN A SHIRT was named a Guardian and Waterstones sports book of 2025.

Venue:
Sambrook’s Brewery
Ram Quarter, Wandsworth 
SW18 1UR


Event Running Time:
(we recommend arriving at 6:30pm if you're eating, and 7pm if drinks only)
Doors from 6pm
Introduction: 7:25pm
Lecture: 7:30pm
Q&A: 8:10pm

Food:
If you plan on eating at the venue, we recommend arriving as early as possible so the kitchen can get your order out before the talk starts.

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