“In the space of 48 hours, FIFA announced a $1billion (£785,000) broadcast deal with DAZN for next year’s Club World Cup and carried out the draw for the competition during a surreal affair in Miami that included a video message from the U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Their agreement with DAZN means that all 63 matches next summer will be made free to air across the globe in an attempt to attract as many viewers to the first edition of the revamped Club World Cup, which will be held across 11 cities between June 14 and July 13.  The Athletic breaks down FIFA’s agreement with DAZN and what the $1billion deal means for the clubs participating next summer. …”
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