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FIFA scraps controversial deal to sell stakes in World Cup to private investors

By Rafael NamAugust 1, 2026·Source: NPR·0 views
FIFA President Gianni Infantino poses with the World Cup trophy following the 2026 FIFA World Cup European Play-Off draw at the FIFA

FIFA abandoned a plan to create a commercial venture and then sell stakes to minority investors, just days after unveiling it. The plan drew sharp condemnation — and a boycott from European nations.

(Image credit: Fabrice Coffrini)

Originally reported by NPR. Read the original article

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