Episode 2: Going Broke For The World Cup: Some Argentina Fans Are Giving Their Last Dollars To FIFA

from The People's Game with Anders Kelto · host Anders Kelto

Argentina is home to some of the most passionate soccer fans in the world. But the 2026 World Cup is the most expensive tournament in history, and many Argentinian fans are struggling to afford it. Tariq Panja of The New York Times went to Buenos Aires to speak with fans about the financial sacrifices they're making -- including one guy who is flying to Kansas City over the course of FIVE days to save money. Tariq joins The People's Game to talk about theses fans, and who it seems the World Cup is really for.

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