The Men Who Sold The World Cup

The Men Who Sold The World Cup
44min

Documentary

The corruption, backroom deals and greed behind awarding the World Cup comes to a head when the 2022 tournament is awarded to Qatar, a desert nation with baking summer temperatures, no world-class stadiums, little interest in soccer - and lots of money.

Production Companies

Calliope Pictures

Story Films

Episodes

Cast

The Heist

1. The Heist

44min

21st Oct 2021

Rampant corruption taints Qatar's selection to host the 2022 world cup.

The Take Down

2. The Take Down

44min

21st Oct 2021

The FBI and IRS try to smash corruption in soccer's world governing body.

First air date

21st Oct 2021

Last air date

21st Oct 2021

Status

Ended

Type

Documentary

Original language

en

Networks