European Nations Expect Financial Losses at 2026 World Cup Despite Higher Prize Money
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- Category: Sports
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 15:00 UTC
- Sources: The Guardian Sport
Leading European football associations warn they will still lose money at the 2026 World Cup even after FIFA raised the prize and participation fund by $112 million. They argue that travel, accommodation and other costs will outweigh the increased payouts, and call for a more merit‑based distribution. The Guardian reports the continued financial concerns across Europe.