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Does sport lead to a spike in domestic violence?

As the World Cup kicks off tomorrow, it is worth bearing in mind that research consistently shows...

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14.19 10 Jun 2026


Does sport lead to a spike in domestic violence?


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14.19 10 Jun 2026


As the World Cup kicks off tomorrow, it is worth bearing in mind that research consistently shows a spike in domestic abuse against women during major football tournaments…

Joining Seán to discuss this is Karol Balfe, CEO of Action Aid Ireland, who has been conveying her thoughts in the Journal.


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