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FIFA Wants More Matches. Resistance Is Growing Inside the Global Soccer World

The article from MSN discusses FIFA's ambition to expand the number of matches in international soccer, particularly through the expansion of the Club World Cup and potentially increasing the frequency of the World Cup. This proposal has met with significant resistance from various stakeholders within the soccer community. European clubs and leagues, represented by organizations like the European Club Association (ECA) and the World Leagues Forum, are concerned about player welfare due to an already packed schedule, which could lead to increased injury risks and reduced performance quality. Additionally, there's discontent over the financial aspects, with FIFA's plans potentially diverting revenue away from domestic leagues. The resistance is not just about the number of games but also about the control and distribution of soccer's financial resources, highlighting a broader power struggle within the sport's governance.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-us/sports/other/fifa-wants-more-matches-resistance-is-growing-inside-the-global-soccer-world/ar-AA1v7AHf ]