Clubs with players at the 2026 FIFA World Cup set for massive payday as FIFA set aside payment fund: Reports
FIFA’s $505 million program could pay Melbourne City up to $1.2 million, with the final amount tied to player eligibility and Australia’s tournament progress.
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One club, seven Socceroos: How City is drawing pride and profit from the World Cup
A-League club Melbourne City has three current players in the Australian Socceroos squad for the FIFA World Cup in 2026 and four past players including Jordan Bos and Connor Metcalfe who came through City’s academy program. City expects to receive some money from the FIFA Club Benefits Programme.
Croatia's Path to Glory Could Also Bring a $50 Million Payday
As Croatia prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there is more than sporting glory at stake. The tournament will feature the largest prize fund in World Cup history, with FIFA allocating a record 727 million dollars to participating nations. The increase is substantial compared to the 440 million dollars distributed at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, where Croatia enjoyed another memorable campaign by finishing third and collecting both internation…
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