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From Street Sport to No. 1 Sport in the World — Soccer Equalizes the Playing Field

Veteran ethnic media reporters share insights into why half the world is glued to the World Cup being played in Qatar.

Was Live Friday, Dec 2, 2022 | 11 am PT

EMS Media Briefing Soccer

Guest Speakers

  • Henrik Rehbinder
  • Charles Anchang
  • Ehab Zenga
  • Andrew Howoon Jo

News Report from this Media Briefing

Event Overview

The Soccer World Cup is the largest and most popular sports event on the planet. It is estimated that half of the world population would have watched some of its games by the time it ends in mid-December. But why is soccer so popular? What makes it “the people’s sport”? We talk to some journalists who will speak about the history and the reasons behind this phenomenon.

Presented by Ethnic Media Services

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