Fifa vice-president Victor Montagliani: ‘MLS can become the second-biggest league in the world. Maybe the biggest’
Fifa vice-president Victor Montagliani suggests that the upcoming World Cup will spark a cultural revolution in North America, potentially elevating Major League Soccer to global prominence. He also addressed tournament logistics, ticket pricing, and his future ambitions within Fifa.
Why it matters
The growth of MLS and the impact of the World Cup on North American sports infrastructure are major topics in the global sports business landscape.
Victor Montagliani has been president of Concacaf since 2016. Photograph: Omar Vega/Getty Images View image in fullscreen Victor Montagliani has been president of Concacaf since 2016. Photograph: Omar Vega/Getty Images Fifa Interview Fifa vice-president Victor Montagliani: ‘MLS can become the second-biggest league in the world. Maybe the biggest’ Matt Hughes in Mexico City The Canadian has been tipped as Gianni Infantino’s successor. He defends World Cup ticket prices and explains why the Premier League may soon have a rival
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