More than half of World Cup countries face increased costs from FIFA

More than half of World Cup countries will incur additional costs as FIFA failed to secure a tax exemption with the U.S. government. Smaller nations face the largest financial burden, with only 18 of the 48 qualifiers holding tax treaties. This discrepancy in tax liabilities jeopardizes the financial health of many less affluent football associations participating in the tournament.

Read more on The Guardian Australia – Sport →