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The Economic Times
The Economic Times

FIFA crisis timeline: From World Cup final to global standoff

Here is a timeline of events where FIFA president Gianni Infantino introduced a proposal to sell a slice of the World Cup's commercial future that backfired and sparked a global revolt in the sport:

July 19 - The first 48-team World Cup concludes at New York ​New Jersey stadium with Infantino and U.S. President Donald Trump, booed as they walked onto the pitch, presenting the ​trophy to Spain after their 1-0 win over Argentina.

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