The criticism may be specific but the narrative isn’t. There is a clear separation between politics and sports when china hosted the olympics, when Russia hosted the WC and there likely will be when the US hosts it next. The BBC didn’t even show the opening ceremony in an attempt at a virtue signalling protest

The global structures upholding this paradigm are overwhelmingly western. The most imperial and intolerant actions of the last few decades have been the numerous wars in the Middle East. Also the highest death toll. If you’re not gonna be consistent in action, which i agree it’s impossible to boycott everything, be consistent in your criticism.

You have a point. I mean, they do it for their chocolate, coffee, iPhones, laptops, clothing and many more but they sure don’t do it for their stadiums

Oh well done you caught me out. Really targeting my main point there, well done :)

Sure you believe that. Do whatever you want. Just keep the same energy when the US might host a World Cup in 2026.

Western imperialism is ok but I draw the line at Muslim countries enforcing their religious and cultural values in their own country. Such heroes