Chapter 33 Heath Holman

After more than a month of thorough renovation, Arthur and the entire royal family moved in.

The top floor of the former government building was converted into the cabinet office, meeting room and the House of Commons meeting room.

Just a few days after moving in, Arthur's manor welcomed an unexpected guest, Hector Hofman from the Netherlands.

This name may not be famous in history, but it has played a very important role in promoting the development of the World Football Association.

Hector Hofman, then Secretary General of the Dutch Football Association.

In the late 19th century, modern football gradually spread from Europe to countries around the world, especially in more developed countries, where football has become a popular sport.

More and more people are willing to walk on this green field in their spare time to feel the joy and excitement they have never felt before.

Even after football entered the Olympics for the first time eight years ago, the success of football has also indirectly measured whether a country is strong, and football associations in various countries have also emerged.

But as the Secretary General of the Dutch Football Association, Hesshoman should have nothing to do with Australia. After all, Australia now has neither a football association nor any football clubs.

Although full of doubts, Arthur did not refuse to meet the guest. After all, Hesshoman was one of the first to advocate the establishment of FIFA, and FIFA would not be established until four years later.

What does FIFA represent? The World Cup created by FIFA is one of the most popular sports in the world. The World Cup held every four years has attracted the attention of a large number of countries and people around the world.

For such talents, it is still necessary to win their favor. After all, if FIFA is established in the future, Arthur can also rely on today's goodwill to win the opportunity to host the World Cup for Australia.

Being able to host such an event will greatly increase Australia's popularity and appeal.

In the reception room of the manor, Arthur is meeting this guest from afar.

Hesholm is an old man who looks plain, but who would have thought that the Dutch Football Association and the French Football Association led by Hesholm would jointly promote the establishment of FIFA, one of the most famous sports associations in the world? "Good morning, Mr. Hesholm. I wonder if you have come all the way to Australia. Is there anything important?" Arthur asked Hesholm with a smile.

"Your Highness, please allow me to state my purpose. Football has been developed for a long time in Europe. I think it is time to form a unified world football association to manage and coordinate the players and competitions between each national football association. But my views have not been recognized by most European countries, or in other words, they do not intend to strongly support the establishment of FIFA." Hesholm was not surprised that Arthur knew his identity and said directly.

"So? If European countries disagree, you should persuade them. Australia does not have the ability to make all European countries agree to jointly establish FIFA." Arthur said with a smile.

Although it seems that the establishment of FIFA is only a matter for clubs and football associations, in fact, without the approval of the governments of European countries, the establishment of FIFA is basically impossible.

"Your Highness, European countries do not oppose the establishment of FIFA, but they will not do anything for FIFA." Hisholman shook his head with a wry smile and said, "Unless FIFA's competition determines them as the champion, it is impossible to get their financial support."

Football is also a very competitive sport, and because it has participated in two Olympic Games, each country has attached great importance to football.

Under such circumstances, if the newly established FIFA compromises and determines the champion, it is very likely that the reputation of this newly established organization will be destroyed, or even quickly disbanded.

Hisholman is not stupid. Although he is looking forward to and eagerly hopes that FIFA will be established, it does not mean that FIFA will compromise with any force.

In fact, as the most authoritative and official organization in the future football industry, FIFA must be fair and just.

Therefore, Heath and the French Football Association discussed and decided to go out and find countries that are willing to support FIFA and will not make too many demands.

"So you think Australia will support you, right?" Arthur heard the meaning of Heath's words and asked with a chuckle.

"Why not? Your Highness. If you are willing to support the establishment of FIFA, I can guarantee you that Australia will have the right to host two world football matches within 30 years." Heath said with a smile: "Your Highness, you should also know that football has already had a considerable influence in Europe, and even the football team that won the Olympic championship will be sought after by the whole country. Under such circumstances, your country's hosting of world competitions will attract a lot of attention from all over the world, and the income created by tourists for your country alone may pay back the cost. Your Highness can also greatly increase your country's immigration influence by hosting the game. Your Highness only needs to pay a little money. Why not do such a cost-effective deal?"

Heath's vision is very sharp. He saw that Australia needs to be well-known internationally and increase its immigration appeal, and constantly tempted Arthur in this regard.

In fact, the first World Cup was held by Uruguay, the then Olympic champion, and attracted a lot of attention in South America at the time.

However, due to time constraints and lack of funds, a large number of teams did not participate in this World Cup, which greatly reduced the influence of this World Cup.

But it cannot be denied that this World Cup was still successful. The stadium was almost full at the time, and even the Uruguayan government had to send out troops to maintain order.

If Australia can host a World Cup, it may not be impossible to greatly increase Australia's influence internationally if there is enough time.

"Really? I'm a little moved." Arthur laughed, but soon explained his smile and said meaningfully: "If I support the establishment of FIFA, then where should FIFA's headquarters be located?"

This is really a fatal problem. Heathman looked at Arthur's meaningful smile and knew that if he said that FIFA's headquarters would be located somewhere else, then I'm afraid this meeting would also end.

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