How to Stop Infantino — Two Ways FIFA's World Cup Plans Can Be Thwarted
Summary
FIFA President Gianni Infantino wants to sell part of FIFA’s World Cup rights to private investors through a new company called FIFA Forward Enterprise, aiming to raise about $4.2 billion. Many soccer organizations, including UEFA and CONCACAF, strongly oppose this plan and have threatened or started boycotts of FIFA competitions, saying it could change how often the World Cup happens and hurt the sport.Key Facts
- FIFA plans to create a new company to handle World Cup commercial rights and sell a minority stake to investors.
- The deal could be worth up to $4.2 billion and was developed with JPMorgan.
- FIFA wants member groups to approve the plan by September 19, offering higher payments to each association.
- UEFA and CONCACAF voted to boycott FIFA events if the plan moves forward.
- The Asian Football Confederation also criticized FIFA, calling for changes in governance.
- A top FIFA adviser resigned in protest, calling the plan bad for football.
- FIFA staff said they felt misled about the project and called it the work of one person.
- The conflict puts pressure on Infantino as he seeks a fourth term as FIFA president in 2027.
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