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From Delo · () Slovenian

Translated from Slovenian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The world soccer governing body is set to generate record revenue between $13 billion and $15 billion in the 2022-2026 cycle, with the upcoming month-long tournament expected to bring in $9 billion to $10 billion.
  • Despite numerous valid criticisms, FIFA will proceed with the event, described as the largest, most financially lucrative, and unpredictable sporting event to date.
  • The tournament is scheduled to begin on the third Thursday of June.

The global soccer governing body is poised to launch the largest, most financially lucrative, and unpredictable sporting event to date, commencing on the third Thursday of June. This month-long spectacle is projected to generate between $9 billion and $10 billion in revenue alone.

Over the entire 2022-2026 World Cup cycle, FIFA anticipates record-breaking income, estimated to be between $13 billion and $15 billion. This financial windfall is expected to be realized despite ongoing, numerous, and valid criticisms leveled against the organization and the event.

FIFA appears set to disregard these criticisms as it moves forward with the tournament, highlighting the significant financial stakes involved. The event's scale and financial projections underscore its importance to the governing body's revenue streams.

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Originally published by Delo in Slovenian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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