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FIFA scraps World Cup sell-off plan after resistance
Published 1 August 2026 ยท sports
Synopsis FIFA has scrapped its plans to sell off a share of the World Cup after facing heavy opposition from various quarters. UEFA expressed strong
Synopsis FIFA has scrapped its plans to sell off a share of the World Cup after facing heavy opposition from various quarters. UEFA expressed strong disapproval, warning of boycotts and alleging that FIFA was compromising the integrity of football. President Infantino acknowledged that the initiative caused rifts within the organization, leading to resignations among advisors and dissatisfaction among staff.
Published: August 1, 2026 โข 6:24 AM IST ยท Updated: August 1, 2026 โข 12:07 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis FIFA has scrapped its plans to sell off a share of the World Cup after facing heavy opposition from various quarters.
UEFA expressed strong disapproval, warning of boycotts and alleging that FIFA was compromising the integrity of football.
President Infantino acknowledged that the initiative caused rifts within the organization, leading to resignations among advisors and dissatisfaction among staff.