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Following strong opposition from UEFA and the resignation of a senior adviser, FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced the organization will not proceed with its proposal to sell stakes in future World Cup competitions to private investors.
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After widespread opposition and a unanimous boycott vote by UEFA members, FIFA cancels plans to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 12:31 AM
world
FIFA’s chief operating officer Kevin Lamour criticized President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in future World Cup profits, stating staff were misled and urging rejection of the plan amid internal resignations and external opposition.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 6:40 PM
world
Football Supporters Europe joins widespread criticism as UEFA nations vote to boycott FIFA tournaments over controversial proposal.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 2:52 PM
world
FIFA maintains its controversial investor strategy despite opposition from major football confederations across Europe, Asia, and North America.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 8:56 AM
world
UEFA unanimously opposes FIFA's plan to sell a minority stake in a new commercial subsidiary, threatening to boycott the World Cup and other FIFA competitions.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 31, 2026, 5:43 AM
world
Fifa plans to create a new commercial entity to manage its events, including World Cups, inviting minority investments despite Uefa's accusations of self-enrichment.
BBC World | Jul 31, 2026, 5:41 AM
business
FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell a minority stake in the World Cup has sparked controversy in Asia, revealing a rift between the Asian Football Confederation and its member associations.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 31, 2026, 4:05 AM
world
FIFA’s proposal to package the World Cup’s commercial rights into a $20 billion company and sell a stake to private investors has drawn sharp rebuke from football authorities and political leaders.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 10:56 PM
general
European football's governing body UEFA and member associations vow to boycott FIFA competitions unless plans to sell stakes to private investors are fully abandoned.
NPR News | Jul 30, 2026, 4:53 PM
world
In response to FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, UEFA and its member federations have unanimously decided to boycott all FIFA competitions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 30, 2026, 4:46 PM
world
FIFA President Gianni Infantino proposes selling stakes in a $20 billion subsidiary to private investors, sparking opposition from UEFA and international soccer organizations.
Africanews | Jul 30, 2026, 8:45 AM
world
FIFA President Gianni Infantino unveiled a $28.7 billion plan to create a commercial subsidiary granting investors control over major tournaments, including the World Cup, sparking concern from football confederations worldwide.
ABC Australia News | Jul 30, 2026, 7:00 AM
world
FIFA President Gianni Infantino urges member federations to decide on a private equity plan involving Joshua Kushner, amid widespread criticism from international soccer bodies.
ABC Australia News | Jul 29, 2026, 9:27 PM
world
The European football body UEFA criticizes FIFA's plan to form a commercial company involving private investors, including the Kushner family, to manage the World Cup.
ABC Australia News | Jul 29, 2026, 1:15 AM
world
FIFA’s plan to invite private investment in its flagship tournaments, including the World Cup, has met opposition from major football confederations and internal resignations.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 9:17 PM
world
President Donald Trump says he never spoke with FIFA President Gianni Infantino about FIFA's plan to offer stakes in a new World Cup subsidiary to external investors.
CNA Latest News | Jul 31, 2026, 5:22 PM
politics
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's announcement to sell World Cup rights to private equity investors, including Josh Kushner, sparks global backlash.
CBS Politics | Jul 31, 2026, 4:29 PM
world
FIFA is evaluating the impact of increasing the World Cup team count from 48 to 64 for the 2030 tournament, marking a potential historic expansion.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 4:08 PM
world
FIFA insists on proceeding with consultations for a private investment plan amid widespread rejection from member associations and calls for a World Cup boycott.
ABC Australia News | Jul 31, 2026, 11:40 AM
world
Carlos Cordeiro steps down in protest against FIFA's proposal to seek private investment in World Cups, calling it detrimental to football's future.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:19 AM
world
The AFC expresses solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF against FIFA's proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors, raising concerns over governance and consultation.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 10:17 AM
world
The AFC expresses deep concern over FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors and calls for urgent governance reforms.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 9:55 AM
world
UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to withdraw from the World Cup if FIFA adopts a plan to open commercial rights to private investors.
France 24 English | Jul 31, 2026, 8:10 AM