Economics Of The FIFA World Cup
The FIFA World Cup has a significant impact on the global economy. FIFA, football’s global governing body with 204 member countries, is beginning to view itself as a global “big business”. This self-image is no assumption; it has been proven throughout various World Cups that this football tournament has a global impact.
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