FIFA launched its investigation into possible problems with food contamination in connection with doping tests in 2011, prompted by five positive doping tests involving clenbuterol in members of
the Mexican national football team during out - of - competition doping tests.
SUM has established business ties to, among others, the world governing body, Federation Internationale de
Football Association (by buying the U.S. English - language TV rights to three World Cups), and the
Mexican federation (by acquiring the rights to promote
Mexican national team games in the U.S.).