"The World Cup Is Not a Commodity to Sell"... UEFA Declares a Full Boycott of FIFA

UEFA unanimously opposed FIFA’s plan to sell private stakes in the assets that run the World Cup and other tournaments.

It warned that member national teams could boycott FIFA competitions unless the plan is withdrawn.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is pushing a subsidiary, equity sales, and funding for member associations.

The proposal has backing from UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy but is drawing widespread backlash across football.

If major European nations follow through, FIFA could face serious damage to attendance, revenue, and tournament operations.