FIFA

BY: RACHEL ACUNA

HistoryFounded: May 21 1904

Established to be the single governing body for soccerNickname: “United Nations of Soccer”

Headquarters: Zurich, SwitzerlandFirst tournament: 1908 Olympics in London

Currently: 208 affiliates

Services• Men’s and Women’s Tournaments• World Cups• Olympics• Youth Olympics• Confederations Cup

Crises FIFA faced two different crises• Payment for votes• Bidding corruption

Bidding Corruption• Reynald Temarii, president of the

Oceania Football Confederation and Amos Adamu suspended after allegations that they received bribes for votes.

• Further investigation showed that several members were receiving bribes for votes.

Payment For Votes• Sepp Blatter is criticized by many because of the

way he is running FIFA.• Blatter announces his plan to give one billion dollars

to organizations to stimulate their programs.• Mohammed Bin Hammam decides to run against

Blatter.• Hammam and Warner are accused of offering bribes

to Caribbean Football League.• Hammam and Warner are suspended.

FIFA Response• FIFA responded quickly.• Press releases• News conferences• Strived to be transparent and be a source for media

rather than a road block.• Did not turn to social media• Updated their website with information frequently.

Media Response• Very critical• Because FIFA has such a huge influence over

the game, the crises was a major topic all over the world.

• The media have played a key role in aiding to the investigation of the crises.

• They have also been very receptive to the news releases and press conference posed by FIFA.

Recommendations Continue to strive for transparency.

Continue to reevaluate ethical guidelines and membership obligations.

Continue investigations.

Continue to keep open communication