Episode 1509
World Cup history: everything you wanted to know
As the 2022 FIFA Men’s World Cup begins, Professor Matthew Taylor tackles listener questions about the history of the biggest football tournament on the planet
HistoryExtra podcast · Immediate
November 20, 20221h 4m
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Show Notes
Throughout its 92-year existence, the FIFA Men’s World Cup has delivered its fair share of iconic moments – and controversies. But how did the competition originally begin? Who were its first heavyweights? And what does a dog named Pickles have to do with it? On the eve of the 2022 tournament in Qatar, Jon Bauckham caught up with Professor Matthew Taylor to answer your questions about the history of the football competition and how it has impacted on the “beautiful game” overall.
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