A history of World Cup sportswashing, from Il Duce to Infantino in pictures
Briefly

The 1934 FIFA World Cup in Italy was not just a sporting event; it was intricately tied to Mussolini's fascist regime, symbolizing the political climate of the era.
The 1978 World Cup in Argentina showcased a nation under a military dictatorship, with protests against the tournament highlighting grave human rights violations occurring just miles from the stadium.
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