The investigation of FIFA overshadows a major football tournament in Chile. The Copa America kicks off this week. It’s a ‘who’s who’ of the some of the world’s top football stars. CCTV America’s Joel Richards filed this report from Santiago.
South American football tournament kicks off in Santiago
The FIFA scandal has cast a cloud over South America’s football tournament. The Copa America has started in the Chilean capital of Santiago.The hosts Chile are playing Ecuador in the opening match of the twelve-team competition.
Copa America to boost Chilean economy
CCTV America’s Michelle Makori spoke to Joel Richards in Santiago, Chile on how the big football tournament will help the economy there.