The Indictments

The Indictments

Author: iHeartPodcasts June 30, 2022 Duration: 37:20

In December 2010, FIFA President Sepp Blatter, surrounded by celebrities and politicians from around the globe, announced that Russia and Qatar would host the next two World Cup tournaments. The news shook the world. The choice of two authoritarian regimes, with troubling human rights records and little if any soccer infrastructure, set off alarm bells. How could this happen? Among those asking the question, federal agents in the United States who decided to take a closer look at soccer’s governing body.

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There's a shadow that stretches across the beautiful game, cast by the powerful figures operating in its highest echelons. Lords of Soccer, from iHeartPodcasts, pulls back the curtain on FIFA, the enigmatic organization that governs global soccer and commands the World Cup. This isn't just a sports podcast; it's a deep dive into a world where immense passion collides with staggering wealth and hidden power. Each episode explores how a sport played by hundreds of millions in every corner of the planet is controlled by a relatively small group of elite businessmen. We follow the money, the politics, and the backroom deals that have shaped modern soccer's biggest events. The narrative weaves together the thrill of competition with the grim realities of corruption and scandal, examining the true cost of the world's most-watched spectacle. You'll hear about the billions in revenue, the global obsession, and the ugly truths that fester behind the glamour. This series connects the dots between the pitch and the boardroom, offering a compelling look at the complex, and often dark, machinery that runs the sport. Tune in for a gripping blend of sports history and true crime investigation, all centered on the beautiful game's most controversial rulers.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 13

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