After years of denial and refusal to disclose its inwardly suspicious activities, the organization in charge of international football, FIFA, is finally paying for its many years of corruption.
This corruption is mafia-like in nature - and although it is still alleged and not confirmed - some of FIFA's senior officials have admitted to involvement in offering or receiving bribes over US$150 million spanning a period of 15 years.
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