BPSA

Our purpose is to provide avenues and opportunities for those interested in philosophical issues in sport; to present their ideas and network with others.

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Did you already see our NEW WEBSITE??!! 😮🎉🍀 You can find all the information over there: How to become a member? Apply for travel grants? Join the conference and Seminars?!
https://t.co/zcGfwumIoS

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

World cup redemption?

#joshkerr #britain #uk #project222 #olympics #worldcup2026 #fwc26

[The Olympic Games @Olympics]

History made 🔥

Great Britain's Josh Kerr roars to a world record in the men's mile, snapping a 27-year record in 3:42.66 at the London #DiamondLeague.

#LondonDL

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Unnerving data about some out-of-control sport fans

...and then there's more general post-game violence, to address, as well.

#sport #hooliganism #fifa #football #footballviolence #worldcup2026 #fwc2026

[Henry Winter @henrywinter]

While football does not cause domestic abuse, stats show that incidents can spike during major tournaments. The 'Unspoken Stat' is called xV, and that stands for expected violence against women after the game.  A study by Lancaster University has shown that domestic abuse incidents can rise by 38% when England lose and 26% even when England win so the xV is a frightening statistic, and we can all help.

Support and information is available from domestic abuse charities @ichoosefreedomcharity & @leedswomensaid or you can call the national domestic abuse helpline number on 0808 2000 #TheUnspokenStat

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Who is rooting for England?

And why?

#england #fwc26#wc26 #worldcup2026 #fwc

[London & UK Street News @CrimeLdn]

The Shard in London last night 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Interesting thought for the day... or for many days

The folks @BPSA_Philosophy of Sport

#sport #philosophy #tennis #fwc #wc2026 #worldcup2026

[Jordan B. Goldstein | The Athletic Philosopher🌳🪓 @JB_Goldstein]

The tradeoff in sport looks like this

We embrace sacrifice through pain in the body and shame in defeat for the chance to display the best of ourselves and momentarily touch perfection

Your soul cries for this trade, don't be afraid to make it

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Some great images from the grandest tennis, Wimbledon.

What makes it a grand tournament? The prize ceremony? The general aura? The strawberries?

The folks @BPSA_Philosophy of Sport

@RoyalFamily #tennis #wimbledon

[The Prince and Princess of Wales @KensingtonRoyal]

An unforgettable Women's Final at @Wimbledon. Two outstanding performances. Congratulations Linda Nosková on a remarkable Wimbledon Championship! 🎾

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

"This World Cup reminded us why football is still the world’s game.
It belongs to everyone... It brings people together across borders, cultures."

How true is this?

The folks @BPSA_Philosophy of Sport

#fwc #england #norway #wc2026 #fwc26 #wc2026

[AllmightyJake @AllMightyJake_]

What a World Cup. What a story.
A nation of just 5.6 million people walked onto football’s biggest stage and refused to be intimidated.
Norway didn’t just compete. We inspired. We shocked the world by eliminating Brazil, pushed England to the limit, and proved that courage, unity, and belief can stand toe to toe with football’s greatest powers.
But the players weren’t the only ones who won hearts.
Norwegian supporters showed the world that numbers don’t define passion. Outnumbered in almost every stadium, they still managed to be heard. Their songs echoed through the stands, proving that a united voice can be louder than the biggest crowd.
This World Cup reminded us why football is still the world’s game.
It belongs to everyone. The young and the old. The rich and the poor. The giants and the underdogs. It brings people together across borders, cultures, and generations in a way few things ever can.
Yes, there have been controversies. Some believe politics and outside interests have found their way into football, while others feel too few are willing to stand up against it. Those debates will continue.
But they should never overshadow what truly matters.
The players who give everything for their countries. The supporters who travel across the world to sing for ninety minutes. The children dreaming of wearing their nation’s shirt one day.
That is football.
No system, no boardroom, no corporation, and no individual should ever be allowed to take that away. Don’t let politics, power, or division overshadow what makes this sport so special.
Football belongs to the people. Always has. Always will.
I have never been prouder to be Norwegian. Our players and our supporters have shown the world what it means to believe, to stand together, and to cheer each other on no matter the odds. Let this World Cup be remembered for bringing people together through football, not for driving them apart.
Thank you, Norway. Thank you to every supporter who sang their heart out. You reminded the world why we all fell in love with this beautiful game.
#FIFAWorldCup #WorldCup2026 #Football #Soccer #Norway #TeamNorway #ForTheLoveOfTheGame #Fans #FootballFamily #OneGameOneWorld 🇳🇴⚽❤️@Erling @CNN @FoxNews @Ibra_official @Cristiano

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

National spirit that many might not have expected?

The folks @BPSA_Philosophy

#fwc #norway #wc2026

[FOX Sports @FOXSports]

Beautiful scenes for a Viking Row ahead of Norway facing England for a spot in the Semifinals

(via IG/pilotviking)

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Consider this!

The folks @BPSA_Philosophy of Sport

#philosophy #fwc2026 #sport #worldcup2026

[The Editor @idrottsforum]

This special issue aims to reflect on the central preoccupation of McFee’s work, namely, the contextual understanding of sport and the implications of that for our ability to dissolve philosophical puzzlement as it arises in relation to matters in sport.
https://t.co/JHviD4idvd

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Fandom on overdrive!

#England #FWC2026 #WC2026

[Politics UK @PolitlcsUK]

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 WATCH: England sing 'Wonderwall' with fans at the Azteca after eliminating Mexico from the World Cup

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

@JB_Goldstein Logo-wise the NY Metropolitans (Mets) is interesting. Name-wise, the Pittsburg Pirates is interesting...since Pittsburgh isn't near the sea.

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

The tension mounts.....

[The Sporting News @sportingnews]

The first penalty shootout of the 2026 World Cup belongs to Germany vs. Paraguay 👀

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Stressing out over missed opportunities from your football team this World Cup?

Maybe you need to try Tai Chi!

#FWC26 #WC26 #WorldCup

[Brian @brianKomyathy]

Tai Chi (太极拳/Taijiquan) morning exercises.

What do you do to start your day?

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

@JB_Goldstein Archery?

The folks @BPSA_Philosophy

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

The fandom of football fans helps differentiate football / soccer from other team sports?

Agree/disagree?

@England #FWC26 #WC26

[` @ClaudioScripts]

England 4 - Croatia 2.

But the moment of the night? 80,000 fans singing “Wonderwall” by Oasis — bringing players and fans to tears. 🏟️📷 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 ⚽️
@England
#ENGCRO #Wonderwall #Oasis #WorldCup #Football

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

England wins after a long drought competing at the World Cup.

Why so long a drought?

Anyone care to offer an opinion?

@England #Wc26 #fwc26

[GOAL PALACE 🇫🇷 @thatnineboii]

If you missed England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 vs Croatia 🇭🇷, you missed pure World Cup entertainment! 🔥

6 goals, end-to-end action, drama, and quality finishes. England showed why they're one of the teams to watch. 👀⚽

🎥 Highlights below👇

#ENGCRO #WorldCup2026

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Open access!

Alfred Archer: "Part of the appeal of football is the great underdog performances where a much weaker group of players pulls off a fantastic win against a team of stronger players."

Agree?

#worldcup2026 #fwc26 #wc2026 #soccer #football
https://t.co/8o4SoaXtHG

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

Wondering if this aspect (of matches not always having a winner) is a factor why the USA has not embraced football/soccer to the extent that it has been embraced elsewhere.

The thought of the day from the folks @BPSA_Philosophy

#FWC2026 #WorldCup26 #FIFA #WorldCup2026.

[The Sporting News @sportingnews]

All four World Cup games finished level on Monday.

🇪🇸 Spain 0-0 Cabo Verde 🇨🇻
🇧🇪 Belgium 1-1 Egypt 🇪🇬
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia 1-1 Uruguay 🇺🇾
🇮🇷 Iran 2-2 New Zealand 🇳🇿

The only other time there were four draws in a single day was in 1958, where eight games were played 🤯

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

The more, in effect, the merrier?

The folks at the British Philosophy of Sport Association (@BPSA_Philosophy)

#worldcup2026 #Fifa #FWC2026 #wc2026

[Out of Context Football Manager @nocontextfm1]

People saying 48 teams is too many at the World Cup.

I don’t think there’s enough.

Once every 10 years, bin off the football calendar and give us a 200-team World Cup.

I want games every day. England vs Cambodia on a Tuesday night. Vietnam vs San Marino during my lunch break.

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

@JB_Goldstein An interesting contrast, yes.

[BPSA @BPSA_Philosophy]

@baseballhall @Rangers Unfortunately, the era of even the possibility of a no-hitter game is, in effect, over.

How many pictures even last 6-7 innings nowadays, let alone 9?