FIFA Expects Record Revenues for 2026 World Cup; Tuchel Backed After Criticism
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, hosted in the USA, Canada, and Mexico, is projected to generate record revenues of $15 billion, significantly higher than the originally planned $11 billion, according to The Guardian. FIFA President Gianni Infantino informed member associations of the increase, attributed to high hospitality and ticket sales. The tournament features 48 teams, up from 32 in 2022, and FIFA profits from a 15% fee on secondary market ticket sales. In other news, England coach Thomas Tuchel received backing from BBC expert Martin Keown after a 6-4 win in the third-place match against France, following criticism and boos after the semi-final exit. Infantino missed the match due to severe thunderstorms in New York, which also disrupted flights. Argentina fans gathered at Times Square ahead of the final, and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum will attend the final with US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
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