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The Athletic FC Podcast
2024 Reviewed: sackings, snubs, and seismic shocks
Dec 23, 2024
Laura Williamson, Editor-in-chief at The Athletic, and Adam Crafton, Senior writer at The Athletic, delve into the tumultuous year in football. They dissect the chaotic managerial changes, famously Jurgen Klopp's unexpected exit and Eric Ten Hag's rollercoaster at Manchester United. The duo also debates the significance of the upcoming Club World Cup amid controversies and the ethics of hosting the 2034 Men's World Cup in Saudi Arabia. Plus, they reflect on the fallout from a referee scandal involving David Coote and its impact on the sport's integrity.
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- The Club World Cup in the U.S. faces mixed reactions, with concerns about its competitive quality due to absences of key clubs.
- Real Madrid's boycott of the Ballon d'Or ceremony over Vinicius Junior's exclusion highlighted the emotions tied to these awards.
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Impact of the Club World Cup
The Club World Cup in the United States is generating mixed reactions as excitement grows among the participating clubs. The tournament, marketed by FIFA as a grand spectacle, faces criticism due to a lack of clarity about its purpose and format. For example, prominent clubs like Liverpool will not be attending, raising concerns about the quality of competition. Despite ticket prices being significantly high, interest remains ambiguous, suggesting that whether the event will attract viewers and fans is still up in the air.
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