FIFA | The house of cards
This article traces the history and growth of FIFA from its 1904 founding to its current status as a global sports powerhouse. It details the organization's evolution, the expansion of the World Cup, and its role as a non-profit governing body.
Why it matters
Understanding FIFA's history provides context for the governance and commercialization of the world's most popular sport.
The Federation Internationale de Football Association , known worldwide by its acronym FIFA, is the most powerful sports body outside the International Olympic Committee. It is the global custodian of football — popularly called ‘the beautiful game’ — and conducts the World Cup, the most prestigious single-sport competition in the universe.
The article provides a historical and structural overview of a sports organization without taking a political or controversial stance.
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