Simon Kuper
Simon Kuper is a British journalist and author, known for his insightful commentary on sports, culture, and society, particularly in the context of European politics and economics. He writes for the Financial Times and has authored several books that explore the intersection of sport and society, often highlighting how sporting events reflect broader social and political issues.
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Simon Kuper is a journalist who co-authored the book Soccernomic discussing football economics.
Populasi Besar, Mengapa Tak Menjamin Lolos ke Piala Dunia?
Indonesia· 2026-07-09
Simon Kuper is the author who discusses the national pride associated with coaching in the World Cup.
England’s Tuchel and Belgium’s Garcia strive to become first foreign coach to win World Cup
Canada· 2026-07-08
Simon Kuper is quoted discussing the difficulty of quarter-finals in the World Cup.
Who has the most favourable path to the World Cup final? – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-06-29
Simon Kuper is a British writer and economist who has critiqued Dutch football in his writings.
Największa przemiana w światowej piłce? Wystarczy na nich spojrzeć
Poland· 2026-06-19
Simon Kuper has made an art of the French tradition of long lunches.
In Paris, I learned that the long lunch is a ritual worth embracingCanada· 2025-10-24
Simon Kuper is a journalist who has written about the Mona Lisa theft.
El increíble robo de la Mona Lisa en el Louvre hace más de un siglo
Panama· 2025-10-20
Simon Kuper noted the economic growth of Poland compared to other countries.
¿Por qué la desilusión por la democracia y el apoyo al populismo?
Costa Rica· 2025-10-15
Simon Kuper discusses the benefits of cycling infrastructure for children in the Netherlands.
‘Ireland’s teens are succeeding in school, but struggling in life.’ Could cycling help? – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-08-31
Simon Kuper's classic 'Football against the enemy' discusses the cultural clash of Dutch coaches and players in England.
Frågetecken om mästarkaptenens ledarstil efter avhoppen
Sweden· 2025-06-17
Simon Kuper pointed out that several of the most influential voices around Trump are fiftysomething white men with formative experiences in apartheid South Africa.
Trump administration offers refugee status to 49 white South Africans | Trump administration
United Kingdom· 2025-05-12
Simon Kuper moved to Madrid and wrote about its appeal compared to Barcelona.
¿Adónde vas, Madrid? | EL PAÍS Semanal
Spain· 2025-05-04
Simon Kuper recalled a Napoleonic conviction regarding experiences shaping perceptions.
Siamo nati e cresciuti nell’ottimismo, per questo non ci arrendiamo
Italy· 2025-03-07
