Welcome to the 2026 World Cup shakedown! The price of a ticket: the integrity of the game | Marina Hyde
The Guardian • 12/12/2025 • Last cited 12/14/2025
Summary
The Guardian's Marina Hyde critiques FIFA's trend of hosting World Cups in autocratic nations, suggesting that FIFA president Gianni Infantino is not just seeking convenience but is learning from authoritarian leaders. Hyde argues that this shift reflects a deeper disregard for human rights and public opinion in favor of financial gain.
Lindy Score Breakdown
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Age (0-35)
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Velocity (0-40)
1 source (low traction)
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Tier (0-10)
The Guardian
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Total Score47/100
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