What did FIFA plan to do before canceling?

FIFA planned to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.

Who opposed the plan?

Football associations from Europe, Asia and North America opposed it, with some threatening to boycott the tournament.

What did UEFA say about the cancellation?

UEFA welcomed the reversal and called for a review of FIFA's leadership.

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FIFA scraps controversial deal to sell stakes in World Cup to private investors

First publishedJul 30, 22:27 UTC

Last updatedAug 2, 02:15 UTC · 12h ago

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FIFA abandoned a plan to create a commercial venture and then sell stakes to minority investors, just days after unveiling it. The plan drew sharp condemnation — and a boycott from European nations.(Image credit: Fabrice Coffrini)

Reported by 22 outlets — NPR News, BBC World, NBC News, CBS News, PBS NewsHour, and 6 more. See all sources ↓

FIFA President Gianni Infantino canceled a plan to sell shares in the World Cup to private investors. The plan faced strong opposition from football associations in Europe, Asia and North America, with some threatening to boycott the tournament. After hearing the criticism, Infantino said the project was no longer in the interest of FIFA's goals. The decision was announced just days after the idea was first made public.

Why it matters

The reversal shows how powerful national football bodies can influence FIFA's decisions. It also means the World Cup will stay under FIFA's control for now, avoiding private ownership of the event.

In brief

What did FIFA plan to do before canceling?: FIFA planned to sell stakes in the World Cup to private investors.
Who opposed the plan?: Football associations from Europe, Asia and North America opposed it, with some threatening to boycott the tournament.
What did UEFA say about the cancellation?: UEFA welcomed the reversal and called for a review of FIFA's leadership.

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Most outlets agree on the basic facts of the cancellation, but they differ in emphasis: some highlight regional reactions like UEFA and AFC, while others focus on the global backlash or Infantino's personal statement.

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UEFA praised the reversal and called for accountability
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The HillAug 1, 00:00highlights UEFA's welcome and call for review
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AFC stressed need for proper consultation in shaping FIFA's future
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Al JazeeraAug 1, 01:10notes AFC's reaction urging consultation
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Several outlets emphasized the global scope of opposition, mentioning threats from Europe, Asia and North America
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NBC NewsAug 1, 00:43highlights backlash across continents and boycott threats
PBS NewsHourJul 31, 17:27mentions seismic backlash and Infantino's statement

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