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FIFA awards record $871M in World Cup prize money; Spain nets $51M

FIFA has set a new record for World Cup prize money, distributing $871 million to the 48 participating teams. The winning nation, Spain, will receive $51 million, while the runner-up, Argentina, earns $34 million. This increased payout reflects lobbying efforts from federations, particularly in Europe, who sought greater compensation for tournament costs and compared it to the larger sums awarded in other FIFA competitions like the Club World Cup. AI

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FIFA awards record $871M in World Cup prize money; Spain nets $51M

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Luis Andres Henao, Graham Dunbar, The Associated Press ·

    Spain earns $51 million for World Cup win and runner-up Argentina gets $34 million as total payout for all 48 teams hits record-high $871 million

    The $51 million for Spain is a large sum, but it also pales in comparison to the fortunes that are spent on global soccer.