FIFA abandons World Cup sell-off plan following widespread backlash

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reportedly withdrawn his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup after facing opposition from within the organization and a potential boycott by European Nations.

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By AUZZ Newsdesk (ESPN)

Published Friday 31 July 2026 at 11:50 pm AEST 2 min read

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