A review by sdc
How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization by Franklin Foer

4.0

Many will be able to get through Foer's book in one sitting as it's a collection of essays featuring futbol-centric dispatches from far flung places. It's the mark of a good read when you find yourself wanting more, but there are glaring absences on this global journey. Such as Asia and a re-unified Germany. The only taste of Africa readers get is via the Ukraine. These would be welcome in a sequel, especially since South Africa has hosted a World Cup since this book was published.