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In the latest episode of #OurWorldConnectedPodcast, The beautiful game: how football connects the grassroots and the global, host Christine Wilson speaks with Dr Lindsay Sarah Krasnoff, a historian, author and consultant specialising in sport diplomacy, international relations and cultural history. She shares how football can be a tool for soft power, exploring how major tournaments such as the FIFA Men’s World Cup shape global perceptions. We also hear from Nomonde Mashabane, a sports coach, physical education specialist and educator based in the Soweto Township of Johannesburg, South Africa. She has been a key part of our partnership with Premier Skills for several years, and is a strong advocate for education, community development and the power of football to bring people together. The episode explores: how football can build confidence, develop personal and social skills, and strengthen communities, how major tournaments such as the Men’s World Cup can shape international relationships, and predictions for who could win the Men's World Cup this summer! 👉 Tune in to the latest episode: https://lnkd.in/er3UQVrr #FIFAWorldCup #BritishCouncil

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