Why being a 'FIFA Legend' at the World Cup is no ordinary job
The article explains the FIFA Legends program, which includes over 7,000 former footballers and coaches. Members enjoy all-expenses-paid stays during World Cup tournaments, free match tickets, and potential income from commercial appearances, with no obligation to participate in events. The program's entry criteria include winning a World Cup, making an outstanding contribution to a World Cup, playing in more than two World Cups, scoring more than five goals, or having over 100 caps. The article highlights recent events such as the FIFA Legends Cup in New York, where former stars like John Terry, Cafu, Kaka, and Javier Zanetti participated, and notes that FIFA President Gianni Infantino often engages with legends for promotional content. The piece also mentions that players can bring families and that invitations are not guaranteed for every match.
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