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FIFA's $20 Billion World Cup Plan Faces Backlash from UEFA

28 Temmuz 2026France 24

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed a $20 billion initiative to establish a company that would manage the World Cup, attracting private investment from entities such as the Kushner family. This announcement has sparked immediate backlash from UEFA, the governing body of European soccer, which stated that FI…
The controversy highlights the ongoing tensions between FIFA and European football authorities regarding the governance and commercialization of the sport.
The World Cup is one of the most prestigious sporting events globally, and its management has traditionally been overseen by FIFA. However, the increasing involvement of private investors, particularly from influential families, has raised alarms about the potential commercialization of the sport and the implication…
The proposal by Infantino raises significant questions about the ownership and commercialization of football, a sport that is often regarded as a public good rather than a mere business venture. UEFA's strong opposition underscores the deep-seated concerns within European football regarding the influence of private…

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