Panama soccer squad rakes in FIFA millions for World Cup
Tuesday, November 7, 2017
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The five matches played during the hexagonal phase of the 2018 Russia FIFA World Cup brought in $2.4 million, according to the Panama Football Federation.
FIFA, the world’s most powerful sporting body will provide $1.5 million for the preparation of each of the 32 teams who will compete in Russia. Teams eliminated in the group stage will receive $8 million and the Tournament champion will win $38 million.
Source: Newsroom Panama