Martin Samuel
Martin Samuel is a prominent sports journalist for The Times, known for his insightful commentary on football. He was recently in the news for his critical views on the World Cup 2026 format and the implications of expanding the tournament.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indonesia | 2 | 4.50 | 0.24% | +0% | 273,523,615 | 652,023 | $1,119,000 | 2,667$ |
| Kenya | 1 | 4.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 53,771,296 | 44,586 | $106,000 | 88$ |
| Ireland | 1 | 5.00 | 0.08% | +0% | 5,030,000 | 4,174 | $5,100 | 4$ |
| Totals | 4 | 332,324,911 | 700,783 | $1,230,100 | 2,759$ |
Interactive World Map
Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Indonesia:
Martin Samuel commented on Thomas Tuchel's conservative tactics in the World Cup 2026.
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Indonesia:
Martin Samuel commented on Tuchel's conservative tactics compared to previous England coaches.
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Ireland:
Martin Samuel commented on the recurring issues in England's performance in major matches.
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Kenya:
Martin Samuel criticized Tuchel for being just as conservative as many other failed former England managers.
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Vietnam:
Martin Samuel is a journalist who criticized FIFA's handling of the World Cup format.
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