England and Scotland World Cup games under threat as £6m row erupts over 66,000-capacity stadium

A bitter financial standoff between Fifa and local authorities in Foxborough is jeopardising World Cup group fixtures at Gillette Stadium. Municipal leaders are refusing to issue the entertainment licence required for matches at the 66 000 seat venue until football s governing body agrees to pay £6m towards policing, safety and infrastructure expenses. The hosting agreement requires cities to cover these costs, though federal borrowing options are available. Foxborough officials have made clear

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England and Scotland World Cup games under threat as £6m row erupts over 66,000-capacity stadium

A bitter financial standoff between Fifa and local authorities in Foxborough is jeopardising World Cup group fixtures at Gillette Stadium. Municipal leaders are refusing to issue the entertainment licence required for matches at the 66 000 seat venue until football s governing body agrees to pay £6m towards policing, safety and infrastructure expenses. The hosting agreement requires cities to cover these costs, though federal borrowing options are available. Foxborough officials have made clear

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