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The large number of transactions involving World Cup real estate deals, soccer players and tourism may be vulnerable to abuse by money launderers, say compliance consultants. The month-long tournament is expected to net at least $3 billion in sponsorships alone, according to the International Federation of Association Football (FIFA). South Africa, which is hosting the quadrennial event in nine of its cities, has invested over $3.6 billion, according to FIFA estimates. All told, the tournament will bring over $7.2 billion to the South African economy, and net nearly $2.5 billion in taxes for its government, according to research from Grant...