FIFA push US government into sweeping tax agreement covering all 48 World Cup teams ahead of tournament | International Sports News

FIFA has reached an agreement with the United States Treasury that will allow all 48 participating nations in the 2026 World Cup to apply for exemption from federal taxes on their tournament earnings. This breakthrough follows months of concern over uneven financial burdens on national associations, particularly those without existing tax treaties with the United States. While this agreement addresses federal taxation, discussions remain ongoing regarding state and city taxes that will still apply depending on match locations. The 2026 World Cup is scheduled to begin June 11th in Mexico.