UEFA and CONCACAF oppose FIFA's World Cup commercialization plan
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UEFA, CONCACAF, FIFA
Europe, North America, Central America, Caribbean
July 30, 2026
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UEFA member associations unanimously voted to boycott FIFA tournaments if the World Cup is sold to private investors. CONCACAF also rejected the proposal citing concerns over due process. FIFA aims to raise $4.2 billion by selling a stake in a new commercial subsidiary.
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