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Should you boycott the World Cup?
The football’s only just kicked off, but this World Cup has already seen its fair share of controversy. With a Somali referee barred from entering the US, Fifa president Gianni Infantino cosying up to Donald Trump and accusations of price gouging and cash grabbing, fans have been left with mixed emotions about the tournament. Annie Kelly speaks to the sportswriter and columnist Jonathan Liew
TL;DR
- The World Cup has already encountered controversy.
- A Somali referee was barred from entering the US.
- FIFA president Gianni Infantino has been associated with Donald Trump.
- Accusations of price gouging and cash grabbing have been made.
- Fans have experienced mixed emotions regarding the tournament.