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The Global Game: Sport, Governance, and Community in the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Talk

WHEN Tuesday, April 28, 2026
6-7 PM EST WHERE 19 Washington Square North, New York WHO NYU Abu Dhabi Institute in New York Open to the Public

The FIFA World Cup 2026 represents a pivotal moment in the globalization of sport, as North America prepares for a tournament of unprecedented scale. This panel investigates the sociopolitical and structural dimensions of hosting a cross-continental mega-event. Panelists will discuss the intersection of international sports diplomacy, the evolution of regional athletic identity, and the challenges inherent in global tournament expansion. By examining the synergy between sports governance, media representation, and local community engagement, the discussion situates the 2026 World Cup within a broader discourse on the role of professional club development and sport in 21st-century global society.
Panel Members
  • Sophia Cai, White House Reporter, Politico
  • Bruce Revman, Co-Host City Manager, FIFA World Cup 2026 NYNJ Host Committee

In Collaboration with

Preston Robert Tisch Institute for Global Sport

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