Spain's bid for the 1982 FIFA World Cup
When the World Cup comes around every four years, it sparks a frenzy of excitement for football fans across the globe. But for some countries and their residents, it also creates an opportunity to show their support for their national team on an…
329How the United States prepared to Host the FIFA World Cup 1994
The United States was awarded the rights to host the FIFA World Cup in 1994 after a lengthy bidding process. It was an audacious and risky decision at the time; this was before it became common for European countries to host these tournaments.…
160The FIFA Club World Cup
The FIFA Club World Cup is a tournament between the champions of continental competitions. Its main purpose is to identify the world’s best football club, as its name suggests. The event is organized by the world governing body of football…
453Al Wakrah Stadium - FIFA World Cup 2022
The Al Wakrah Stadium is a football stadium in Al Wakrah, Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World Cup. It will have a capacity of 25,000 spectators and replace the old Al Wakrah Sports Stadium. It will host the final of the 2021 Gulf Cup of Nations. TheT…
381Lusail Iconic Stadium - FIFA World Cup 2022
If you think football is all about kicking the ball around, you’re in for a surprise. The world of football has changed so much and taken new dimensions, that it hardly feels like the same sport anymore. While the game itself remains mostly…
408Qatar Foundation Stadium - FIFA World Cup
The New Doha Stadium will be hosting the final and third-place matches of the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, as well as being home to the country’s national team. It is located on the south side of Doha with a capacity of 40,000 spectators. The…
381How Japan prepared to Host the FIFA World Cup 2002
Japan’s successful bid to host the FIFA World Cup in 2002 was a watershed moment for the country. The tournament kickstarted a decade-long process of upgrading regional stadiums and training grounds, as well as renovating airports and…
401Why are Tv rights so important to FIFA?
The rights to broadcast football matches are among the most lucrative non-broadcast revenue streams for football clubs, national associations, and other sporting bodies. Broadcast rights deals usually involve the sale of media rights around a…
466The Woman's FIFA World Cup in Canada
There has been a lot of excitement regarding the upcoming FIFA Men’s World Cup. However, there is another World Cup that is barely getting any attention. The Women’s World Cup is just as important and exciting as the Men’s version, but it…
723Women's Youth Olympic Futsal Tournament FIFA
For the first time, the Youth Olympic Football Tournament will feature an indoor competition as part of the official tournament program. Women’s youth futsal will make its debut at the Summer Youth Olympic Games Buenos Aires 2018. It’s a…
594FIFA and the Sepp Blatter Story
Sepp Blatter has always been different. He is an intellectual, a philosopher, and a theologian he is a man of principle, who stands by his word; and he is also a man who can be quite detached from reality. On June 8, 2015, the day after being…
442Olympiastadion held the 1974 and 2006 World Cup Final
The Olympiastadion in Munich has been the home ground of Bayern Munich since the club was founded in 1900. It was also the ground where they won their first-ever Bundesliga title in 1965. It has been used for many high-profile events besides…
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Hungary and West Germany World Cup Final 1954
Italy - Spain World Cup Final 1982
Brazil - Italy World Cup Final 1994
Argentina - Netherlands World Cup Final 1978
Brazil - Sweden World Cup Final 1958