On Thursday, July 30, 2026, CONCACAF and its 41 member associations formally rejected FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in the FIFA World Cup. The decision came during a meeting where the regional bloc, representing North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, voiced "deep concerns" about the lack of due process surrounding the proposal, the short deadline given, and the absence of review or approval by relevant FIFA governance bodies.

In a press release, CONCACAF emphasized that "the discussion reinforced the need for greater transparency and proper governance." Despite rejecting the proposal, CONCACAF stopped short of following UEFA's plan to boycott the global event.

"For these reasons, CONCACAF and its 41 Member Associations have: Rejected the proposal," the statement concluded.

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