The FIFA 2026 World Cup officially kicks off in 100 days across the US, Canada and Mexico. Host Vanessa Perdomo speaks to Amy Hopfinger, Chief Business and Strategy Officer at FIFA about how the 16 host cities are preparing for the tournament this summer. 
On this episode: 
How do cities get ready to host the World Cup and what needs to be done over the next 100 days 
How is the US-Israeli war with Iran affecting their participation in the tournament
How FIFA is addressing security concerns

The FIFA 2026 World Cup officially kicks off in 100 days across the US, Canada and Mexico. Host Vanessa Perdomo speaks to Amy Hopfinger, Chief Business and Strategy Officer at FIFA about how the 16 host cities are preparing for the tournament this summer.&nbsp; On this episode:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li>How do cities get ready to host the World Cup and what needs to be done over the next 100 days&nbsp;</li>
<li>How is the US-Israeli war with Iran affecting their participation in the tournament</li>
<li>How FIFA is addressing security concerns</li>
</ul>

Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the games.

Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry. From media and technology to finance and real estate, leagues and teams across the globe have matured into far more than just back-page entertainment. The show explains the money behind the games.

Scarlet Fu, Michael Barr and Damian Sassower follow the money in the world of sports, taking listeners inside decisions that power the multibillion dollar industry.

Bloomberg Business of Sports

The Business of Soccer: The FIFA 2026 World Cup Is Officially 100 Days Away 

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

This week's show features:
Paul Tenorio, senior writer at The Athletic and author of "The Messi Effect" on how soccer superstar Lionel Messi changed the sport & how the upcoming FIFA World Cup could boost the sport even more in the US
Andrew Thompson, managing director at SailGP on the upcoming Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix

Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week's show features:
<ul>
<li>Paul Tenorio, senior writer at The Athletic and author of "The Messi Effect" on how soccer superstar Lionel Messi changed the sport &amp; how the upcoming FIFA World Cup could boost the sport even more in the US</li>
<li>Andrew Thompson, managing director at SailGP on the upcoming Mubadala New York Sail Grand Prix</li>
</ul>

'The Messi Effect' with The Athletic's Paul Tenorio & SailGP's Andrew Thompson

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
This week's show features:
Indycar President Doug Boles on the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500. 
Professional auto racing driver Katherine Legge on becoming the first woman to attempt the racing double this weekend
Golden State Valkyries president Jess Smith on becoming the first woman’s sports franchise in history to be valued at a $1 billion. 

Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports. This week's show features:
<ul>
<li>Indycar President Doug Boles on the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Professional auto racing driver Katherine Legge on becoming the first woman to attempt the racing double this weekend</li>
<li>Golden State Valkyries president Jess Smith on becoming the first woman&rsquo;s sports franchise in history to be valued at a $1 billion.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>

Indy 500, The 'Double', First Women's Sports Franchise to Hit $1 Billion

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Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.

This week's show features:
Mariano Rivera, five-time World Series Champion, World Series MVP and New York Yankees legend from the Latinos in Sports event in Miami
Tom Glick, CEO of Hometown Soccer Holdings, a joint venture between MLS and KKR to accelerate the growth of pro soccer in the US through MLS NEXT Pro
Larry Freedman, LAFC President and co-chair of the Los Angeles Host Committee on preparations for the FIFA World Cup

Join hosts Michael Barr, Vanessa Perdomo and Randall Williams for a look at some of the latest headlines and stories in the business of sports.
This week's show features:
<ul>
<li>Mariano Rivera, five-time World Series Champion, World Series MVP and New York Yankees legend from the Latinos in Sports event in Miami</li>
<li>Tom Glick, CEO of Hometown Soccer Holdings, a joint venture between MLS and KKR to accelerate the growth of pro soccer in the US through MLS NEXT Pro</li>
<li>Larry Freedman, LAFC President and co-chair of the Los Angeles Host Committee on preparations for the FIFA World Cup</li>
</ul>

MLB Legend Mariano Rivera & LAFC Co-President Larry Freedman

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The Business of Soccer: The FIFA 2026 World Cup Is Officially 100 Days Away

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