For much of the past century, American sport was a world unto itself, with its own leagues, its own rules, and its own audiences. That appears to be changing. US investors are buying European football clubs, American leagues are playing games abroad, and with the FIFA World Cup arriving in North America this summer, sport has become a window into how American influence travels. What does sport reveal about how America engages with the rest of the world and how the world engages with America? What does it mean for teams, leagues, and fans when the game goes global? Join Kay Bradley and Andrés Martinez, moderated by Paul Poast, as they discuss how global trends are transforming sports and what it means for the future.
Date: This event was held on April 21, 2026 MST
Location: Chicago Council Conference Center, 130 E Randolph Street;