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EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 20 MIN

The "Beautiful Game" at a Hideous Price: How the Political Class Sold Out Soccer Fans

from Beyond the 90 Podcast · host Kartik Krishnaiyer

Recently President Trump did acknowledge FIFA World Cup tickets are too high. Thank you Mr. President. But where were you the last nine months when the fleecing of fans in a working class sport was going on? Politicians in both parties have sold out the fans for Let’s explore that. NOTE: This video was taken before private sponsors helped reduce the cost of trips on NJ transit, but with taped after my recent article about the conflict of interest around Governor Phil Murphy. My analysis of Governor Murphy remains the same regardless of what might be some, but not all cost offset that have been put in place in NJ. It’s still ridiculous. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit beyondthe90.substack.com/subscribe

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