FIFA Stands Firm on World Cup Privatization Plans Amid Boycott Threats and Global Outcry
FIFA is pushing ahead with its contentious plans to privatize portions of the World Cup, despite a significant backlash from continental confederations and a boycott threat from UEFA. The global football body maintains that “nobody is selling football” and attributes disruptions in its consultation process to media reports. FIFA reaffirms its commitment to an open and democratic dialogue with all member associations regarding the proposed Fifa Forward Enterprise (FFE).