FIFA prioritizes revenue over tradition at 2026 World Cup tournament
The 2026 World Cup delivered compelling football but exposed deeper problems at FIFA, according to sports analysis. Officials bent precedent to accommodate star players like Jude Balogun, mirroring decisions favoring Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. The tournament prioritized revenue over tradition, raising ticket prices, sweeping homeless populations from host cities, and punishing media outlets for criticism.
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Published 20 Jul 2026, 16:45 UTC · Updated 20 Jul 2026, 17:10 UTC
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