FIFA World Cup history: Big wins, fan culture and global scandals | CBC Kids News
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The FIFA World Cup has a long and sometimes controversial history.
It’s a tournament of triumphs, losses and scandals.
Despite FIFA’s desire to keep it apolitical, the World Cup has been part of important historical, political and cultural moments.
From Uruguay in 1930 to Qatar in 2022, it’s one of the biggest events in the world.
Billions of people tune in to cheer on their favourite stars and national teams.
Join CBC Kids News contributor Abigail Dove as she explores the significance of the event that brings the best men’s soccer players in the world together to play for their home countries.
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