The next FIFA World Cup is years away — but one game is already afoot. The international governing body behind the popular global tournament is opening the bidding process for rights to the event for 2030 in the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and will offer an option for interesting parties to also try and secure […]
FIFA Opens Bids for 2030 World Cup U.S. Media Rights — With Option For 2034
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