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news La Jornada Opinion 2026-06-12

Hosting World Cup: A Costly Endeavor with Long-Term Financial Implications

Committing a country to hosting the World Cup is likened to taking on external debt, with costs extending beyond a single administration. It involves significant private business opportunities and becomes an unavoidable obligation, regardless of the nation's fiscal health.

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