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Plus, the last hurrah of two ageing stars, Messi revives Argentina
Anger at western hectoring and giant-killing performances have fostered a sense of solidarity
After the country’s annexation by the USSR, the sport provided a channel for nationalist dissent
An FT column offering a behind-the-scenes look at the work of Rutherford Hall, critical communications strategist
Cristiano Ronaldo and Luis Suárez must soon be told their time is up
Spirits are a bright spot for drinks giants despite clouds on the industry’s horizon
‘It’s not our favourite sport, but it’s good business,’ say the country’s soccer entrepreneurs
Plus, World Cup sponsors get ambushed in Qatar, Silver Lake ramps up stake in Manchester City owner, Dubai versus Doha, and more
The Fifa president has been steadfast in his defence of the World Cup’s Qatari hosts
UK capital transport authority acted on concerns about World Cup host’s stance on LGBT+ rights and migrant workers
Valuation met with scepticism despite club’s vast global fan base
Forget furtive backhanders and brown envelopes – let’s get it out in the open and turn it into an international sport
Chinese investor in club slashes stake to almost zero
Plus, the favourites’ standings after round one, Qatar’s last chance
Lower league teams are a cash drain. Simon Hallett, owner of Plymouth Argyle, says his investment experience helped him transform the finances of his boyhood club
United Arab Emirates receives tournament tourism boost thanks to more relaxed vibe and frequent shuttle flights
This uncreative South American team need more exposure to Europe’s cutting-edge game
Sale to US private equity group at undisclosed price hinges on approval from football club and Bundesliga
The football tournament has become a TV set or Instagram backdrop
Plus, Neymar’s Brazil take the stage, Spain impress against Costa Rica
Prospective buyers could seek to enlist former Old Trafford star to boost chances of taking over club
The team’s ‘bow and arrow’ still wants to entertain but has evolved into a midfield playmaker
Sale of Premiership rivals Chelsea for £2.5bn in May has set a valuation marker
FT correspondent Simeon Kerr on how hosting the tournament has forced the Gulf state to reckon with its troubling human rights record
US retailers face first real-terms fall in sales since the 2008 financial crisis
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