Chapter 34: The Promise
"Your Highness, football has won a lot of attention and popularity in Europe, if the headquarters of FIFA is set up outside Europe, will there be too many problems?" Heath Homan asked, stubbornly.
Although Heathholman also knew that it was basically impossible to take away the FIFA residence in Arthur's hands, Heathholman still wanted to give it a try.
"Oh? What are the specific problems? Can Mr. Heathholman elaborate on that? Arthur looked at Heath Homan with a slight interest and chuckled.
Seeing that Arthur was not so arrogant, Hisholman was overjoyed in his heart, and hurriedly said: "Your Highness, at present, most of the countries in the world that have football associations or are about to establish football associations are in Europe, which also means that FIFA will be welcomed and recognized by Europe. I think FIFA should be based in Europe, so that it can be easier to manage football and organise big events, because Europe is the center of the world, and football is the same. ”
After looking at Arthur's face and finding that Arthur did not show dissatisfaction and anger because of his words, Heath Homan continued with reassurance: "If the FIFA station is outside Europe, first, there are not many football associations and football clubs in other regions, and football is not so popular. Second, FIFA must be used to manage and coordinate football affairs around the world, if it is outside Europe, it may be a little troublesome to deal with the world's affairs, and the organization of events will not be responded to by most countries around the world, especially in Europe, because of distance and time. ”
What Heath Homan said is actually right, historically, the first World Cup organized by FIFA was like this, because it was held in South America, most European countries did not participate, and the influence of the first World Cup was only greater in South America.
But Arthur doesn't care so much, if FIFA is supported by Australia, then the location must be in Australia, and Australia should also have priority in hosting events, this is Arthur's bottom line.
Arthur is not a good man, and no matter how much money he has, he will not use it to contribute to FIFA in vain.
If Arthur wants them to support the establishment of FIFA, then FIFA will have to do something in the future to get Arthur's support.
"That's not a problem, Mr. Heath Homan. FIFA is the unified football association around the world, and the current development of football should not limit its focus to Europe. If you are willing to locate FIFA in Australia, then Australia will also support you to set up FIFA and is willing to contribute to FIFA competitions. Arthur's words seem to be debating, but in fact, there is a hint of determination and threat hidden in the painting.
"Your Highness, if FIFA is in Australia, thousands of miles away, then, I'm afraid that the various competitions organized by FIFA will not be welcomed by Europe, because of time and distance, coupled with financial constraints, there may not be many countries participating in the tournament in the future." Hiss Homan hurriedly reminded.
There was a hint of threat in Arthur's words, and Heath Horman also felt that although Australia's current demands were not too excessive compared to those of European countries, who could guarantee that FIFA would not be affected by the Australian government in the future?
After all, under the eaves of people, you have to bow your head.
"Mr. Heathholman doesn't have to worry about that, if FIFA does host a major tournament around the world in the future, Australia is willing to pay for all the expenses of the event, including the travel costs of any club and national teams. I believe that Mr. Heathholman also sees Australia's sincerity, and if Mr. Heathholman still does not believe it, then he can only say sorry. Arthur interrupted Heath Homan's argument with a wave of his hand, stood up and chuckled.
I want Australia's support, but I don't want Australia to get any benefits. Arthur could only say that Hiss Homan was whimsical.
FIFA and the World Cup created by FIFA, even in later generations, are extremely influential sports institutions and events.
If they can seize control of FIFA at this time, then Australia can also greatly improve its international reputation and immigration appeal with the future World Cup.
For a new country like Australia, international reputation and immigration attraction are the two most important things, and if you want the world to recognize you as a strong country, you must at least let the whole world know you, right?
"Well, Your Highness. I agree to your conditions, and I will explain to the French Football Association that FIFA will be created as soon as possible and that the FIFA residency will be transferred to Australia. After several struggles, Heath Homan was finally unwilling to give up the creation of FIFA, which was enough for him to remain in football history, and chose to compromise with Arthur.
"Very well, Mr. Heath Homan, you have made the right choice." Arthur said with a smile: "Australia will fully support you, lobby European football associations to create FIFA, and elect you to become the first secretary general of FIFA." ”
As the saying goes, hit a stick and give a sweet date. After claiming a lot of benefits from Heath Homan, Arthur didn't mind putting him in the top position of FIFA head and making him a real name in football history.
"Thank you, Your Highness, and rest assured that when I return to Europe, I will work with the football associations of France and other countries to speed up the process of creating FIFA. Please also prepare all the funds you need in advance, so that you can start building FIFA as soon as the end of this year. Heath Homan was no longer what he had been, and his face began to glow with joy and excitement.
The reason why Heathhorn is in a hurry to create FIFA is that he wants to leave his mark in the history of football development, and secondly, he wants to really promote the rapid development of football.
As the secretary general of the Dutch Football Association, Heathholman has a genuine love for football.
But if it has to be compared with his own reputation, then whether love matters or not, perhaps only Heathone himself knows.
It was clear that Heathholman was pleased with the development of FIFA, and that Heathholman had received the promise of Arthur to propel him to the position of the first secretary general of FIFA in the future.
The double satisfaction of career and love made Heath Homan, a man who was nearly half a hundred years old, feel the excitement and excitement that he had not felt for a long time.