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World Service,05 Jun 2006,26 mins

Football Focus

Culture Shock

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In the run-up to the World Cup, the programme looks at the architecture of football stadiums, fast becoming a status symbol for countries. How has the rain- and wind-swept football stadium of old changed into the icon of architecture it is today? Also on the programme: A look at how 'crowd power' influences every football game. And what preparations are being made for the Women's World Cup in China 2007?

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