The Game: Fifa - Football for sale
The StoryTom Clarke speaks to The Times’ chief sports reporter Martyn Ziegler, following his exclusive story on Fifa president Gianni Infantino's plans to offer 'stakes' in the World Cup. So, what are these plans? Why does it matter and what happens next?
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Guest: Martin Ziegler, chief sports reporter, The Times
Host: Tom Clarke
Producer: Neil Cartmell
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- Gianni Infantino tells countries: Agree to World Cup sale plan or miss extra funding
- Enough is enough — it’s time to stand up to Fifa and protect game we love
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