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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.
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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
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
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
world
Aleksander Ceferin skipped the final match citing disagreements on disciplinary actions, refereeing logistics, and geopolitical concerns during the tournament held in the United States.
CNA Latest News | Jul 20, 2026, 6:49 PM
politics
The European soccer organization condemns FIFA's decision to lift a one-game suspension for the Team USA player after intervention by President Trump.
The Hill | Jul 6, 2026, 12:55 PM
world
As FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces his toughest challenge, prominent female leaders in UEFA emerge as vocal critics, sparking debate on women's leadership in global football.
CNA Latest News | Aug 5, 2026, 2:19 PM
world
Infantino convenes top FIFA officials in Morocco following backlash over failed plan to sell World Cup commercial rights, with UEFA and other confederations challenging his leadership.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 9:18 AM
world
FIFA executive Arsene Wenger supports dropping FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell stakes in future World Cup profits, distancing himself from the plan amid UEFA’s legal actions.
Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 12:53 PM
world
Senior Uefa sources report that opponents of Fifa president Gianni Infantino are threatening to withhold cooperation unless he resigns, as tensions rise over his controversial plans and upcoming re-election bid.
BBC World | Aug 3, 2026, 9:55 PM
world
UEFA considers legal action against FIFA president Gianni Infantino following a withdrawn plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to American private equity, sparking leadership challenges.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 12:59 PM
world
Plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors collapsed following opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF, and the Asian Football Confederation.
France 24 English | Aug 3, 2026, 8:07 AM
world
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces isolation and backlash after his plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights to private investors was abandoned following a boycott by UEFA.
CNA Latest News | Aug 1, 2026, 10:31 AM
world
FIFA President Gianni Infantino cancels controversial plan to sell stakes in World Cup events after widespread opposition from football bodies including the Asian Football Confederation and UEFA.
Al Jazeera | Aug 1, 2026, 8:16 AM
world
FIFA has withdrawn its controversial plan to sell a stake in the World Cup after strong opposition from UEFA and other football associations.
ABC Australia News | Aug 1, 2026, 12:31 AM
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 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
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 proposes creating a new commercial entity, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to raise funds from private investors, aiming to boost global football investment despite criticism from UEFA.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 28, 2026, 6:12 PM
general
UEFA joins Belgium in criticizing FIFA's ruling to permit Balogun's participation despite a prior red card, sparking controversy ahead of a key match in Seattle.
NPR News | Jul 6, 2026, 3:42 PM
world
FIFA reaffirms support for President Gianni Infantino after a controversial commercial rights proposal collapses, despite threats from major football confederations.
Al Jazeera | Aug 5, 2026, 11:46 PM
world
Following criticism over an aborted commercial rights proposal, FIFA's leadership backs President Infantino while promising a review and apology to member associations.
ABC Australia News | Aug 5, 2026, 11:29 PM
world
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces backlash following the collapse of a controversial proposal to open the World Cup to private investment, with several football associations withdrawing support.
Africanews | Aug 5, 2026, 9:36 AM