Andy Burnham hits out at Fifa over plan to sell stakes in the World Cup

Mr Burnham has joined criticism of the proposal, writing the ‘World Cup is not a product’

An investment vehicle founded by Joshua Kushner, the brother of Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, is expected to be a lead investor.

An investment vehicle founded by Joshua Kushner, the brother of Jared Kushner, US President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, is expected to be a lead investor.

The Prime Minister's words come as European nations discuss a boycott and supporters call Gianni Infantino's plans 'a new low'

He's just presided over a World Cup regarded as the most commercialised in history.

FIFA said Tuesday it plans to sell a stake in the business operations of the World Cup and its other competitions through the creation of a semi-private subsidiary.

The proposal has been widely criticized, with European soccer's governing body UEFA saying it "crosses a line."

Here's what to know about the controversial proposal that raises questions about the future of the World Cup

FIFA has announced plans to form a commercial subsidiary and to sell a non-controlling interest to private investors. It needs approval from member associations, but is claiming that it will benefit them financially.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino is reportedly plotting to transform the World Cup into a money-making scheme—so, is it any surprise he turned to these experts in corruption? FIFA announced Tuesday that it would create the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a new business entity, to raise up to $4.2 million in the next yea

Gianni Infantino stands to make millions if he's able to complete a deal.

President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino hold World Cup medals during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final between Argentina and Spain at New York New Jersey Stadium on Sunday, July 19, 2026, in East Rutherford, NJ. | USA TODAY Network via Reuters Co File it as today’s “what the actual hell” moment in the

UEFA have hit out at FIFA's plans to sell stakes linked to the World Cup to private investors.

FIFA is planning to sell a significant minority stake in a new commercial entity with a valuation of about €17.5 billion ($20 billion).

FIFA president Gianni Infantino wants to sell shares in a new World Cup spin-off venture in plans already opening up ruptures in world football, with fury at UEFA.