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FIFA has abandoned a $20 billion commercial venture that would have given private investors a 20 percent stake in the World Cup, following fierce opposition from UEFA, CONCACAF and other confederations and the resignation of a senior adviser.
FIFA chief Gianni Infantino has unveiled a $4.2 billion private investment scheme that would hand control of the sport’s lucrative revenues to a new commercial arm, sparking opposition from UEFA, rival federations and a coalition of investors.
UEFA warns that if FIFA proceeds with a $20 billion spin‑off of its commercial arm, all European national teams will refuse to compete in any FIFA‑sanctioned tournament, a stance that could derail the 2030 World Cup.
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.
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.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to create a $20 billion subsidiary for the organization's commercial businesses has sparked resignations, public opposition and threats of boycotts from key soccer bodies ahead of upcoming elections.
European football’s governing bodies have united in a rare show of dissent, announcing that they will not take part in any FIFA‑sanctioned competitions as a protest against a controversial proposal to monetize the sport’s flagship tournaments.
A coalition of European football nations and CONCACAF have announced a boycott of FIFA events over a controversial plan to monetize tournaments through private‑equity investment, raising questions about the sport's leadership and future.
A coalition of European football nations and North American soccer bodies have announced a boycott of FIFA tournaments amid a brewing dispute over Gianni Infantino's plan to spin off FIFA's commercial operations into a private‑equity backed subsidiary.
FIFA is consulting on selling a minority stake in a new commercial arm for the World Cup, but European and North American soccer bodies have united against the move, warning that the soul of the sport cannot be traded.
A coalition of European and North American soccer bodies has announced a boycott of FIFA events to protest a controversial proposal that would hand control of the sport's flagship competition to private investors. The move underscores deepening rifts over governance and financial priorities.
A contentious proposal to monetize the World Cup has sparked a clash between soccer’s governing bodies, European national teams, and political leaders.
Captain Tim Ream discusses the pressures of leading the United States men's national team on home soil, his partnership with AT&T, and the growing popularity of soccer in a nation where the sport is finally surpassing baseball.
FIFA plans to spin off its revenue‑generating units into a $20 billion commercial arm and sell a 20 % stake to investors, prompting fierce opposition from UEFA, major European leagues and political figures.
Two voices from Tampa Bay’s Iranian community offer contrasting views on how the 2026 FIFA World Cup became a stage for political tension and unity.
FIFA plans to raise $4.2 billion by selling a minority stake in a new commercial venture, a move that has drawn sharp criticism from UEFA and opposition from fans in England.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has announced a plan to sell a 20 percent stake in the organization’s commercial arm, a move that would value the unit at roughly twenty billion dollars. The proposal has drawn a sharp rebuke from UEFA, whose president Aleksander Ceferin warned that the soul of soccer cannot be reduced to a tradable asset, highlighting a deepening rift between the two governing bodies. Critics argue that Infantino underestimates the emotional weight that fans attach to the World Cup, a sentiment that has fueled protests across continents and raised questions about the future of the sport’s cultural fabric. Central to the deal is venture‑capitalist Joshua Kushner, brother‑in‑law of former U.S. president Donald Trump, who would partner with his firm Thrive Capital. Kushner, whose portfolio includes stakes in Instagram, Spotify and Slack, brings a personal fortune estimated at three point six billion dollars to the table. The involvement of the Trump family adds a political dimension, as Ivanka Trump is married to Kushner and the couple has cultivated close ties to the former administration, a connection that both bolsters and complicates the transaction’s public perception. UEFA’s response underscores the uphill battle facing the proposal, as the organization calls for unity and stresses that the sport’s heritage should remain insulated from market forces, leaving the ultimate fate of the stake sale uncertain.
FIFA plans to monetize the World Cup by selling minority stakes to private investors, sparking a fierce response from UEFA and raising questions about governance and transparency.
Fifa plans to sell the commercial rights to its flagship tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors in a move that could generate $20 billion. While the governing body argues the deal will boost funding for member associations, critics — including Uefa and European clubs — warn it could undermine the sport’s integrity.
The United States' opening win over Paraguay ignited a wave of interest, with search trends and record audiences underscoring soccer's emergence as a mainstream educational force.
Folarin Balogun, a World Cup‑scoring forward for the United States and Monaco, has signed with Klutch Sports Group, the agency's first direct soccer client. The move underscores a broader trend of athletes leveraging on‑field success into off‑field ventures.
Folarin Balogun’s recent signing with Klutch Sports Group underscores a new chapter for both the player and the agency, reflecting broader trends among athletes seeking ventures beyond the pitch.
A series of disputes — from the denial of entry to a Somali referee to political meddling in disciplinary decisions — have turned the 2026 World Cup preparation into a saga of controversy.
A controversial refereeing protocol at the 2026 World Cup has ignited debate over Argentina’s path to the semi‑finals, with former FIFA referee Christina Unkel and several national coaches condemning its breadth.