Soccer Is Democratic. The World Cup Is Oligarchy

Foreign Policy in Focus - It's the biggest sporting event in the world. Fans from virtually every place on Earth don jerseys, scarves, and caps and head to the nearest bar to chug an ice-cold beer while passionately yelling and cheering their team on—hopefully to victory.

The World Cup only happens every four years, and for most of us, there's nothing like it.  Read more.