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The first episode of the Netflix documentary series FIFA Uncovered explores the organization's rise to global power and the foundational shift under former president . The Plot Summary
: The story is framed by the dramatic 2015 arrest of 14 executive members in Zurich, which triggered a massive FBI investigation into decades of bribery and racketeering.
: It highlights the emergence of Sepp Blatter as Havelange’s protégé, illustrating how he mastered the internal politics and financial machinery that would define the organization for decades.
: It sets the stage for the controversial selection of host countries, specifically focusing on the "unexpected" wins of Russia (2018) and Qatar (2022) , which are portrayed as the culmination of years of systemic corruption.
Watch the official trailer to see how power struggles and global politics shaped FIFA's history: FIFA Uncovered | Official Trailer | Netflix YouTube• Oct 25, 2022 Watch FIFA Uncovered | Netflix Official Site