Football in a Time of Sanctions: The 2018 World Cup in Russia
The 2018 World Cup in Russia is highly controversial, with some Western leaders calling for a boycott of the event or even an attempt to block it. For Russia, the World Cup represents an opportunity to throw off its political isolation, and to recover from the scandals surrounding state-sponsored doping. The event, however, is not without its risks, especially in light of the large number of foreigners who will be attending the games. Drawing on conclusions from the special edition of Problems of Post-Communism, focused on the 2018 World Cup, the panel will discuss the issues involved in Russia hosting the World Cup.
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The 2018 World Cup in Russia is highly controversial, with some Western leaders calling for a boycott of the event or even an attempt to block it. For Russia, the World Cup represents an opportunity to throw off its political isolation, and to recover from the scandals surrounding state-sponsored doping. The event, however, is not without its risks, especially in light of the large number of foreigners who will be attending the games. Drawing on conclusions from the special edition of Problems of Post-Communism, focused on the 2018 World Cup, the panel will discuss the issues involved in Russia hosting the World Cup.
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Kennan Institute
The Kennan Institute is the premier US center for advanced research on Eurasia and the oldest and largest regional program at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars. The Kennan Institute is committed to improving American understanding of Russia, Ukraine, Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the surrounding region though research and exchange. Read more
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