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FIFA Axes Plan to Sell World Cup Stake After Backlash

Published July 31, 2026 · Updated August 1, 2026 · The Guardian

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has scrapped plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors after widespread backlash, saying the proposal caused divisions.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino announced the cancellation of a proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors following widespread backlash.

The governing body cited divisions and a lack of interest as reasons for the decision. newsbetting.club

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