Paraguay & Argentina in World Cup Racism Controversy

Paraguay & Argentina in World Cup Racism Controversy

Author: Latin America Correspondent July 11, 2026 Duration: 6:21
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio speaks to Henry Bonsu for Times Radio about the racism controversy generated for Paraguay and Argentina around the World Cup. Support the show

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Duration: 2:24
Latin America Correspondent Jon Bonfiglio with the controversial news of the fact that Chipotle Mexican Grill is officially opening its very first restaurant in Mexico. Support the show