World Cup 2026: The business of the beautiful game

By Valentina Giannella2026-05-18T16:00:00

Source: Adidas Press Room

Three brands outfit 77 percent of teams. Sponsorship is at record levels. And yet FIFA’s own pricing strategy may be the industry’s biggest risk.

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