Football NewsThe GuardianUnverified source· 21 Aug 2026
Uefa and Concacaf in talks for joint Nations League
The two confederations are plotting a combined tournament to challenge Fifa's authority.

Tournament
Combined Nations League
Countries
All 96 European and North/Central American/Caribbean
Launch
As early as 2028
Frequency
Biennial
What happened. Uefa and Concacaf have begun talks about a combined Nations League featuring all 96 member countries, potentially launching in 2028.
- The tournament would be biennial and include all European and North/Central American/Caribbean nations.
- The move is another direct challenge to Fifa and Gianni Infantino.
- The two confederations have already united to push for Infantino's removal.
If realised, the tournament would reshape international football and further strain relations with Fifa.
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