FIFA accused of selling its soul for $13 billion by Uruguayan journalist

Uruguayan journalist Víctor Hugo Morales said FIFA is “selling its soul to the devil” to earn about $13 billion, citing the organisation’s decision to award a Peace Prize to U.S. President Donald Trump and its use of mid‑match hydration breaks for commercial purposes. Morales made the comments on his programme “La pelota no se mancha” while referencing the World Cup match between Tunisia and Japan that marked the tournament’s thousandth game. He also praised Germany’s multicultural team and noted other match incidents, but his main criticism focused on what he sees as FIFA’s profit‑driven priorities over sport integrity.

Morales’ remarks reflect broader concerns among some football commentators about the commercialisation of the sport and the perceived politicisation of FIFA’s actions.