Clubs Get $355m for Releasing Players for 2026 World Cup

Thisdaylive | 06-06-2026 03:45pm |

FIFA has announced a financial commitment of $355 million to clubs for the release of players participating in the 2026 World Cup and its qualifying matches. This payment is intended to compensate clubs for the time their players will spend away from their teams during the tournament and the qualification process. The initiative aims to support clubs financially while promoting player participation in international competitions. The funds will be distributed to clubs based on the number of players they release for the World Cup and qualifying events.

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