World Cup Officials Made Player Cover Beats Headphones

FIFA ordered footballer Jamal Musiala to tape over his Beats by Dre headphones before a World Cup match against Curaçao. The rule protects official sponsors' exclusive rights — FIFA receives money from sponsors who want their logos visible, not competing brands. Beats, owned by Apple, isn't an official tournament partner. The incident shows how everyday consumer products athletes wear can clash with sponsorship agreements.