Several high-profile incidents have occurred in recent years at major football events, where the general public, media personnel, academics and fans alike, have criticised authorities for their failure to strike the right balance between security and an enjoyable fan experience.
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As part of my recent EventRights mobility to Rio de Janeiro, I revisited Vila Autódromo, a favela community that became emblematic of evictions linked to mega-events in the city.
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One the main themes of CCSE research work focuses on major and mega sport events, including bidding, planning, delivery and legacy.
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I recently returned from a two-month mobility to the US; its purpose to carry out observation and conversations, as the first phase of my study, entitled: ‘Mega Events, Governance and Human Rights: A Case Study of the United 2026 World Cup’
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As the dust settles on Qatar’s World Cup, it is worth returning to consider some of the questions that were raised in the run-up to the tournament.
Continue reading “Qatar 2022: Sportswashing Success?”