FIFA corruption claims overshadow Copa America

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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.

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.