CNBC July 20, 2026 • 05:17

FIFA emerges as the $9 billion winner as the biggest, brashest World Cup ever draws to a close - CNBC

By Joseph Wilkins

FIFA emerges as the $9 billion winner as the biggest, brashest World Cup ever draws to a close - CNBC

The football governing body presided over the most lucrative sporting event in history and is poised to net over $9 billion in revenue for 2026.

Infantino with Trump presenting the FIFA World Cup trophy to Rodri.
The biggest, brashest World Cup on record drew to a close Sunday, as Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to claim internati… [+4793 chars]

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