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FIFA is commissioning a rapid assessment of a plan to double the 2030 World Cup to 64 teams, weighing sporting benefits against logistical and competitive concerns, with a decision on the study’s overseer expected by mid‑August and a full report due in September.
FIFA's plan to create a $20‑billion subsidiary offering up to 20 percent stake to external investors has sparked resignations, boycott threats, and political criticism.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plan to involve private investors in the World Cup sparked a global backlash, uniting UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC in opposition and raising questions about governance and accountability.
Carlos Cordeiro stepped down as a senior FIFA adviser, condemning a proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup and other competitions to private‑equity investors amid strong opposition from continental governing bodies.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino faces mounting opposition from European and continental football bodies over a proposed sale of commercial rights to a private equity consortium linked to Donald Trump.
Carlos Cordeiro, a senior adviser to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, resigned in protest against a plan to create a $20 billion commercial subsidiary that would sell a stake in the World Cup to external investors.
Victor Montagliani is poised to challenge Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency as the sport’s governing bodies grapple with a controversial World Cup financial plan.
Former U.S. Soccer president Carlos Cordeiro resigned amid worldwide criticism of a $20 billion private‑equity plan for World Cup revenues, raising questions about FIFA’s governance and Gianni Infantino’s future.
Carlos Cordeiro, senior advisor to FIFA President Gianni Infantino, quit in protest against the proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup, citing financial prudence and the risk to member associations.
With the FIFA presidential election set for March 2025 in Morocco, CONCACAF chief Victor Montagliani is positioning himself as a challenger to Gianni Infantino, whose proposal to monetize a World Cup stake has sparked opposition across continental confederations.
FIFA is exploring the feasibility of a 64‑team World Cup for 2030, a move championed by CONMEBOL as the competition marks its centenary. The review, overseen by an independent agency, will assess whether the expansion can deliver sustainable value without diluting the tournament’s prestige.
Football Supporters Europe (FSE) opposes FIFA's plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, calling for reforms and transparency. UEFA nations have voted to boycott FIFA tournaments, with solidarity from Asian and North American confederations. FIFA's senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro has resigned, and FSE director Stuart Dykes warns that decisions affecting football cannot be made behind closed doors.
Global soccer supporters are demanding the comeback of Sepp Blatter, criticizing current president Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell commercial rights to private investors and highlighting past corruption allegations.
Football Supporters Europe and UEFA have condemned FIFA’s proposal to monetize a World Cup stake, rallying continental and continental‑wide support while calling for greater transparency and reforms.
Football Supporters Europe (FSE) opposes FIFA’s plan to sell a stake in the World Cup, prompting a coordinated boycott pledge from UEFA, Asian and North American confederations and the resignation of senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro.
Carlos Cordeiro steps down as FIFA senior advisor after a contentious plan to monetize the World Cup through private investment drew fire from global football bodies.
Victor Montagliani, president of CONCACAF, is reportedly preparing to challenge Gianni Infantino for the FIFA presidency in the March 2025 election, a move sparked by widespread opposition to FIFA’s plan to sell a stake in the World Cup.
Carlos Cordeiro resigned as FIFA’s senior advisor over a proposed $4.2 billion private investment in the World Cup, joining a growing coalition of confederations that oppose the deal.
Victor Montagliani may challenge Gianni Infantino for FIFA presidency as controversy over a $20 billion World Cup stake sale intensifies.
A looming contest for the FIFA presidency could reshape global soccer governance, as CONCACAF’s leader prepares to oppose Gianni Infantino’s bid while regional bodies criticize the proposed sale of World Cup rights.
A Reuters‑seen document reveals that FIFA plans to study the effects of expanding the World Cup from 48 to 64 teams for the 2030 edition, appointing an independent evaluator to assess commercial, competitive and logistical implications.
A document reviewed by Reuters reveals that world football’s governing body is exploring a larger tournament format, prompting a detailed analysis of structural and commercial consequences.
FIFA plans to sell a 20% stake in the 2026 World Cup to Thrive Capital, offering $20 million to each member association, but faces resistance from UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC amid concerns over governance and precedent.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed a $20 billion subsidiary to house World Cup rights, sparking resignations, continental opposition, and scrutiny of FIFA's governance.