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FIFA Projects $14 Billion Revenue Amid World Cup Tensions

3/20/2026

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Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, projects $14 billion in revenue for 2027-2030 to support development, including $2.7 billion for FIFA Forward.
Amid tensions, including the US-Israeli conflict affecting Iran's participation, Infantino urged fair play and mutual respect.
Iranian officials are negotiating to relocate matches from the United States to Mexico.
The 2026 World Cup begins June 11 in North America, and many fans plan to attend despite safety and travel concerns.

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Gianni Infantino, FIFA President, projects $14 billion in revenue for 2027-2030 to support development, including $2.7 billion for FIFA Forward.
Amid tensions, including the US-Israeli conflict affecting Iran's participation, Infantino urged fair play and mutual respect.
Iranian officials are negotiating to relocate matches from the United States to Mexico.
The 2026 World Cup begins June 11 in North America, and many fans plan to attend despite safety and travel concerns.