Soccer Diplomacy - International Relations and Football since 1914 (Hardcover)

Although the game is known by many names around the world - football, futbol, Fussball, voetbal - soccer is a universal language. Throughout the past century, governments have used soccer to further their diplomatic aims through a range of actions including boycotts, carefully orchestrated displays at matches, and more. In turn, soccer organizations have leveraged their power over membership and tournament decisions to play a role in international relations. In Soccer Diplomacy, an international group of experts analyzes the relationship between soccer and diplomacy. Together, they investigate topics such as the use of soccer as a tool of nation-state - based diplomacy, soccer as a non-state actor, and the relationship between soccer and diplomatic actors in subnational, national, and transnational contexts. They also examine the sport as a conduit for representation, communication, and negotiation. Drawing on a wealth of historical examples, the contributors demonstrate that governments must frequently address soccer as part of their diplomatic affairs. They argue that this single sport - more than the Olympics, other regional multisport competitions, or even any other sport - reveals much about international relations, how states attempt to influence foreign views, and regional power dynamics.

General

Imprint:	The University Press of Kentucky
Country of origin:	United States
Series:	Studies in Conflict, Diplomacy, and Peace
Release date:	June 2020
Editors:	Heather L. Dichter
Contributors:	Peter J. Beck • Chris Bolsmann • Euclides de Freitas Couto • Paul Dietschy
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 26mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	286
ISBN-13:	978-0-8131-7951-3
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Politics & government > International relations > Diplomacy Books > Sport & Leisure > Sports & outdoor recreation > Ball games > Football (Soccer, Association football) > General Promotions
LSN:	0-8131-7951-3
Barcode:	9780813179513

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