Why sports and politics can’t be separated: Rowan historian on the 2026 FIFA World Cup
- Posted on June 9, 2026
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Why sports and politics can’t be separated: Rowan historian on the 2026 FIFA World Cup
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, global attention is once again turning to the intersection of sports, politics and human rights. For Debbie Sharnak, associate professor of history and international studies at Rowan, the tournament offers an opportunity to better understand the concept increasingly shaping conversations around global sports: sportswashing.