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Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa emphasizes transparency and consultation after FIFA scraps plan to sell a stake in World Cup events.
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Following widespread backlash, FIFA President Gianni Infantino has scrapped his plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, a move that has sparked significant controversy within the football community.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 3:07 AM
general
Just days after unveiling a controversial commercial venture to sell minority stakes in the World Cup, FIFA has scrapped the plan amid sharp criticism and a boycott by European nations.
NPR News | Aug 1, 2026, 2:40 AM
world
FIFA cancels proposal to allow private investors a stake in major football events after widespread criticism from football bodies and officials.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 2:08 AM
general
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.
ABC Top Stories | Aug 1, 2026, 1:05 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
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
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
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
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
FIFA remains committed to consulting on private investment in its tournaments after UEFA's unanimous vote to boycott all FIFA events.
Al Jazeera | Jul 31, 2026, 7:40 AM
world
Europe’s football governing body opposes FIFA’s plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, warning it will boycott future tournaments if the proposal proceeds.
Africanews | Jul 31, 2026, 6:46 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
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
world
European and North/Central American football associations unite against Fifa’s plan to invite private investment in World Cup competitions.
BBC World | Jul 30, 2026, 9:10 PM
general
European soccer's governing body UEFA has declared it will boycott FIFA competitions, including the 2030 World Cup, in response to FIFA's proposed privatization of the World Cup through the FIFA Forward Enterprise plan.
Fox News Latest | Jul 30, 2026, 6:40 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
European football's governing body, UEFA, has unanimously agreed to boycott FIFA events if plans to sell stakes in the World Cup proceed, while FIFA has also charged Argentina over discriminatory conduct during the 2026 tournament.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 2:05 PM
politics
Over 92,000 private jets contributed to significant excess carbon pollution during the FIFA World Cup, raising concerns about environmental impact and tax breaks for luxury jet purchases.
The Hill | Jul 30, 2026, 11:45 AM
world
AFC president Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa condemns FIFA's unilateral move to sell stakes in the World Cup, citing lack of consultation and potential harm to football's continental structure.
Al Jazeera | Jul 30, 2026, 10:22 AM
world
The Football Association of Singapore confirms the Lions will face Indonesia, Malaysia, and India in the new regional tournament aimed at developing football in Southeast Asia.
CNA Latest News | Jul 30, 2026, 6:58 AM
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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