| ID | 165080 |
| Title Proper | Capable, splendorous and unequal |
| Other Title Information | International media portrayals of Brazil during the 2014 World Cup |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Graeff, Billy |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | This article examines how Brazil was perceived internationally during the 2014 World Cup (2014WC), for which one of Brazil’s perceived objectives was to enhance its international image to play a more significant role on the world stage. Nine media outlets’ coverage of the 2014WC was analysed using the website Alexa. These outlets published 699 articles about diverse themes relating to Brazilian society. The outlets studied considered the event a success overall and emphasised Brazil’s natural beauty, but raised concerns about social problems such as inequality. We conclude that the 2014WC updated but did not fundamentally alter Brazil’s international image. |
| `In' analytical Note | Third World Quarterly Vol. 40, No.4; 2019: p.796-814 |
| Journal Source | Third World Quarterly Vol: 40 No 4 |
| Key Words | FIFA ; International Image ; 2014 Brazil World Cup ; Sport Mega-Events ; Sports Media Coverage ; Sociology of Sport |