The FIFA World Cup is much more than the world's biggest football tournament—it's one of the biggest business events on the planet.In this video, we break down the economics of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, from its projected $13 billion in revenue and $15 billion FIFA cycle earnings to $4.2 billion in broadcasting rights, $10.5 billion in corporate spending, and the record $50 million prize for the champions.We also explain how FIFA earns its money, where it spends billions, why brands invest so heavily around the tournament, and how expanding to 48 teams and 104 matches transformed football into an even bigger commercial powerhouse.Watch the numbers behind the beautiful game.

The FIFA World Cup may be the biggest sporting spectacle on the planet, but for employers it could also become one of the biggest workplace disruptions of the year.

Hospitality and ticketing, especially through the steeply priced secondary market, are understood to account for a significant amount of the increase

Gianni Infantino says the 2026 World Cup success could push FIFA revenue past $15 billion, fueling record investment in member associations worldwide.

The resale of tickets has contributed to an unexpected jump in income.

The expanded 2026 FIFA World Cup, featuring 48 teams and 104 matches across the United States, Canada and Mexico, is expected to deliver a significant economic boost. The…

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup generated record revenue, becoming football's biggest financial event. FIFA's revenue cycle reached fifteen billion dollars, nearly doubling previous…

The FIFA World Cup is much more than the world's biggest football tournament—it's one of the biggest business events on the planet.In this video, we break down the economics of…

FIFA’s expanded 48-team tournament brought about record TV audiences and packed stadiums.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup wasn't just the biggest football tournament ever—it was also one of the world's biggest business events.In this video, we break down the business of the…

FIFA projects over $13B in revenue from the 2026 World Cup cycle, making it the most lucrative tournament ever. Here's what it means for markets.