Netflix have dropped the trailer for FIFA Uncovered – an explosive documentary series that will trace the organisation's legacy and power struggles, as well as the politics behind hosting this winter's World Cup in Qatar.
Ahead of the opening World Cup game between Qatar and Ecuador next month, the popular streaming service will release what looks like an eye-opening docuseries on Wednesday, November 9th. So what can we expect to see?
You can watch the full one minute 36 second trailer in which Netflix explores the organisation’s checkered history below.
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There has been a host of controversies surrounding this winter's World Cup.
Qatar's suitability as a host country has been questioned by many, as well as the fairness of the FIFA bidding process and numerous allegations of bribery between the Qatar bid committee and FIFA members and executives.
Back in 2014, former president Sepp Blatter even said it was a "mistake" to choose Qatar to host the tournament
In an interview with the Swiss broadcaster RTS, Blatter said: "Yes, it was a mistake of course, but one makes lots of mistakes in life.
"The technical report into Qatar said clearly it was too hot but the executive committee – with a large majority – decided all the same to play it in Qatar."
In the above trailer, being a member of FIFA is described like being "in a secret garden" and there is also a so-called "unspoken code" that you can do whatever you want.
Wire fraud, money laundering, racketeering and tax evasion are other subjects mentioned in the clip.
The Netflix Twitter account posted the trailer alongside the caption: "For decades, FIFA united the globe through football. But behind the game, craftier schemes were at play.
"This documentary series traces the organisation's legacy, exploring the pageantry, power struggles and politics of hosting the World Cup. FIFA Uncovered, coming 9 Nov."
Let us know your thoughts on the trailer below.
Topics: FIFA, Football, Football World Cup
Jack Kenmare