FIFA hits back at international revolt over Gianni Infantino's plan to sell World Cup shares

FIFA issued a response to furious backlash over the controversial plan to sell World Cup stakes to private investors by blaming the media for the uproar.

The question of whether Gianni Infantino can sell off part of the World Cup to private equity has now morphed into a question of his own survival.

The World Cup belongs to the people who have spent almost a century giving it meaning, says this researcher of football heritage.

FIFA’s controversial president facing concerted backlash to latest money-spinning scheme

From boycotts to election challenges, those opposing the FIFA president have options.

From boycotts to election challenges, those opposing the FIFA president have options.

Fifa president’s plan has been met with condemnation, and World Cup boycott and election battles are on the table

With Gianni Infantino plotting to turn the World Cup into a business where shares can be bought and sold, the Premier League have issued their response

It’s clear from the generally horrified reaction to Gianni Infantino’s plan to turn the World Cup into an investment vehicle that the Fifa boss has gone too far. For years Infantino has been the target of criticism. What is seen as his inapprioriate close relations with world leaders including Vladimir Putin of Russia

A major row has erupted between football’s governing bodies after FIFA confirmed plans to seek private investment in commercial rights linked to the world cup. UEFA reacted sharply, accusing FIFA of crossing a line and warning that European nations are prepared to discuss a potential boycott if Gianni Infantino pushes

Early plans for a Uefa boycott of Fifa competitions have suffered an early blow

Disgraced Sepp Blatter breaks silence on Gianni Infantino's World Cup plans with scathing response  GB News

Controversial plans to sell stakes in the FIFA World Cup to private investors have sparked a furious response from football authorities and politicians. UEFA, the body that governs European football, took the unprecedented step of releasing a statement condemning FIFA’s plan, which involves creating a new entity that w

International football is heading for a major dispute, with leading nations to threaten a boycott of the 2030 World Cup over Gianni Infantino and his plans

Gianni Infantino has found himself at the centre of numerous scandals while the head of FIFA. Here is a list of some of the most high profile controversies during his time at the helm

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

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

World Cup for sale: Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes in tournament  The Times