Off the PitchDaily Mail FootballUnverified source· 30 Jul 2026
UEFA nations threaten World Cup boycott over FIFA share sale
England and fellow UEFA members are ready to skip the next World Cup if FIFA sells tournament shares to private investors.
Who
UEFA nations including England
What
Threaten to boycott World Cup
Why
FIFA plans to sell shares to private investors
Deadline
September 19 for FIFA associations to decide
What happened. UEFA's 55 member nations, including England, have confirmed they will boycott FIFA tournaments if FIFA proceeds with selling shares of the World Cup to private investors.
- FIFA president Infantino plans to force a vote by September 19.
- UEFA accused FIFA of trying to bribe associations.
- Asian and CONCACAF federations also expressed opposition.
“FIFA cannot continue to use our sport to enrich themselves and their friends.”
— UEFA statement
UEFA's opposition could kill FIFA's plan due to their influence in international football.
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