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FIFA has shifted from local organizing committees to direct subsidiary control, centralizing authority over ticketing, naming rights, and operational decisions. This model insulates the tournament from host-country political volatility while maximizing revenue capture through centralized governance.

Impact: Organizations can replicate this structure to reduce dependency on local partners and capture greater value from high-demand events.

— from World Cup 2026: FIFA's Centralized Monetization and Hosting Risks · Masters of Scale· Jun 09, 2026