'World Cup lost its credibility': Blatter says politics overshadowed football
Former FIFA president Sepp Blatter said the 2026 World Cup lost its credibility as politics overshadowed football.
Blatter urged fans, players and national associations to reclaim football from political influence under new leadership.
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time to win the first 48-team World Cup.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino highlighted record attendance and viewership figures for the tournament.
Controversies included political tensions over Iran's participation, visa disputes, and criticism of FIFA's commercialisation.
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