It’s now just one month until the first game of this summer’s FIFA World Cup kicks off, and there is plenty to talk about already.
From diplomatic tensions to ticket pricing and travel costs, the tournament has been creating headlines before a ball has even been kicked, and that level of interest is only set to increase as we get closer to the opening game between Mexico and South Africa on June 11.
To help you make sense of everything that’s been happening both on and off the pitch, CNN Sports takes a look at the five things you need to know.
This World Cup has already been no stranger to controversy, and perhaps the biggest so far is the cost associated with attending it.
Ticket prices for the matches have soared to new heights, deterring many fans from watching their teams play across North America.
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