New Sub-Series! The Political Playbook! Will Canada be the Solo Host for the 2026 World Cup? Should the US and Mexico lose their Hosting Privileges?

Welcome to The Political Playbook, the sub series  under the Alanyzing podcast umbrella, where sports meets power, policy, and politics. We are going to break down the biggest moments where sports collide with real-world issues—whether it’s government decisions, athlete activism, international controversy, or the billions of dollars flowing behind major sporting events.This subseries is about understanding the bigger game behind the game.Today’s first episode focuses on a story that’s already sparking debate across social media and among fans worldwide: Should the hosting rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup be taken away from the United States and Mexico?Some fans are calling on FIFA, the governing body of world soccer, to reconsider the tournament’s location due to concerns about security and safety in both countries.So today we’re asking the question: Is this a legitimate concern… or an overreaction?