{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"English Learning for Curious Minds | A More Interesting Way To Learn English ","title":"#450 | The 1978 World Cup in Argentina","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/b8ca4819\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":1245,"description":"In this episode, we'll learn about the dramatic story behind the controversial 1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina.  \nFrom political corruption to unexplained favours, we'll explore what has come to be called the \"Dirtiest World Cup in History\". \n\n\n1978 FIFA World Cup in Argentina\nDirty tactics off the pitch\nBrutal military dictatorship backdrop\nPolitical influence on the games\nAllegations of bribery and corruption\nControversies around hosting the cup\nVictory marred by suspicions\nNotable protests and criticisms\nUnfair advantage allegations in matches\nLegacy of the \"Dirtiest World Cup in History\"\n\n\n\nFull interactive transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/1978-world-cup","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/HIneD2bpN38ZyIYQqvz9OwtMc5c5ep366psJkVe0ZiU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzU3MDEvMTYyMDk3/Mzg5MS1hcnR3b3Jr/LmpwZw.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}