Kings, Chloroform and Corruption: The Story of the First World Cup

Special EpisodeLong before the superstar players, global television audiences and billion-dollar sponsorships, the World Cup was little more than an ambitious dream.In July of 1930, thirteen teams travelled to Uruguay for what truly was an adventure into the unknown. What followed was eighteen unforgettable days of drama, chaos and comedy. Join us for this Cliff's Edge Summer Special as we uncover the remarkable story behind the very first FIFA World Cup.As always, thank you for listening. If you enjoyed the episode, please consider leaving a rating or review. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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