The Guardian reported that revenues for the International Federation… (фифа · доход · футбол)
The Guardian reported that revenues for the International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA) from the 2026 World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico will reach a record $15 billion. FIFA's revenues over the four-year cycle (2023–2026) are expected to exceed this record figure.
Consensus
- FIFA's revenue from the 2026 World Cup exceeded $15 billion.
- The tournament was hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
- The final match of the 2026 World Cup took place on July 19.
- The final featured teams from Argentina and Spain.
- FIFA's revenue for the 2023–2026 cycle surpassed $15 billion, more than double the previous four-year cycle's earnings.
Points of divergence
- FIFA received commissions of 15% from both buyer and seller on secondary ticket market sales. — vedomosti
- A complaint was filed with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) by the nonprofit FairSquare, alleging political pressure influenced FIFA's decision to overturn the suspension of U.S. player Folarin Balogun. — vedomosti
- U.S. President Donald Trump called FIFA president Gianni Infantino, leading to a change in punishment for Folarin Balogun after he received a red card for striking an opponent with spikes from behind. — vedomosti
- The United States may have a chance to host another World Cup due to the increased revenue generated by this tournament. — vesti
Coverage (3 sources)
- The Guardian: FIFA's revenue after the 2026 World Cup will reach a record $15 billion — Ведомости
- The amount of revenue FIFA earned during the World Cup has become known — Вести
- FIFA to earn record $15 billion for hosting the 2026 World Cup — Коммерсантъ