World football’s governing body announced that it will move ahead with a consultation process to explore the sale of a stake in its tournament business, a portfolio that centres on the FIFA World Cup.
FIFA presses ahead despite mounting criticism
The proposal has sparked a fierce response from UEFA, which has warned that any transaction must be transparent and that member associations deserve clear, verified data before casting votes.
Earlier this week, inaccurate media reports about the potential deal created confusion across the football community, prompting FIFA to clarify that the consultation is still in its preliminary stage and that no final decisions have been made.
In a statement, FIFA emphasized that the consultation is intended to give each of its 211 member associations the opportunity to review the facts, ask questions and provide input before any agreement is reached.
The organization says the ultimate goal is to ensure that any future arrangement reflects the interests of the global football community and preserves the integrity of the sport’s flagship event.