World Cup Chants and Pop Star Performances Spark Debate
The World Cup generated discussion around what constitutes a great football chant, with US chants facing mockery. The tournament also featured performances by pop stars like Katy Perry, LISA, and Anitta, turning the soccer field into a stage.
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Why US World Cup chants are being mocked — and what makes a football anthem truly great
Fans in the US have been mocked on social media for chants such as “I believe that we will win” and “U-S-A! U-S-A!”
By Brendon Hyndman,Tom Hartley and Vaughan Cruickshank
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Read full article →Commentary: The debate over World Cup chants and what makes a great one
Sports chants are cultural passports that teach people how to belong and whose version of football is “legitimate”, say these writers.
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On the new Billboard Pop Shop Podcast, Katie tells Keith all about her experience inside Los Angeles Stadium for the U.S. opening ceremony.
By Katie Atkinson
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