FIFA, $15 billion from the World Cup - Record revenue that exceeds expectations
FIFA is set to announce a record $15 billion in World Cup revenue, significantly exceeding its pre-tournament targets. World football's governing body had initially forecast $11 billion in revenue. Sources have said that hospitality and ticket sales, particularly through the high-priced secondary market, are a significant part of the increase. FIFA takes 15% from the buyer and another 15% from the seller in the secondary market.
Participating countries' federations will benefit from FIFA's expanded World Cup fund, although details have yet to be finalised. The financial boost will come as a boost to Infantino, further strengthening his position after a month of controversy in the US, Canada and Mexico.
Infantino has received more than 200 pledges of support from FIFA's member associations for his re-election in March. The prospect of additional funds from the huge World Cup revenues could discourage some football federations from airing any dissent.
The high revenue could also increase the chances that the United States will host another edition in the near future. The next World Cup up for bid is the 2038 tournament. Trump confirmed his country's eagerness for a repeat performance. "You have to pick the United States of America again," he said. "This time we're going to leave out Canada and Mexico." The United States has also held talks with FIFA about hosting the Club World Cup in 2029.
On Saturday evening, VIP and hospitality packages for Sunday's final between Spain and Argentina, which was played in New Jersey, were still listed on FIFA's ticket portal. Tickets for the "trophy lounge" were priced at $34,500 per person.
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