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news La Jornada Opinion 2026-06-10

World Cup Criticism Met with Defense of Athletes and Critique of Neoliberalism

The author finds it serious that the upcoming World Cup is being called 'undignified,' defending the talented young athletes involved. The criticism is directed more towards the corporate entities behind the players, typical of neoliberal practices.


Me parece grave que se califique de “indigno” el Mundial que comienza mañana, porque en él estarán centenares de jóvenes talentosos que son fanáticos del futbol. Todo eso es digno. Otra cosa son las empresas que están detrás de los jugadores, como lo hacen en el neoliberalismo multitud de organismos.

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