
FIFA's $20 Billion World Cup: Could Private Investors Take a Stake?
FIFA is weighing whether private capital could take a stake in the World Cup, one of sport's most valuable properties, in a deal that could reshape football's financial future.
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FIFA is weighing whether private capital could take a stake in the World Cup, one of sport's most valuable properties, in a deal that could reshape football's financial future.

The US, Canada, and Mexico have turned down FIFA president Gianni Infantino's investment proposal for the 2026 World Cup, following UEFA's threat to boycott the tournament.

UEFA has voted to boycott the FIFA World Cup in a major dispute over FIFA's plan to bring in outside investors, escalating tensions at the top of world football.

European football nations are reportedly preparing to boycott all FIFA competitions in protest at Gianni Infantino's investment plan and controversial World Cup proposals.

CONCACAF has added its voice to growing global resistance against a FIFA proposal that would open the World Cup to private investment, raising governance concerns.

The Asian Football Confederation has launched a sharp public rebuke of FIFA, accusing the governing body of eroding the core principles that hold the sport together.

A deepening dispute between FIFA and UEFA over the World Cup's future has left host nation Canada and much of the football world as bystanders in a high-stakes governance battle.

European soccer officials are reportedly backing a Qatari sports executive as a potential candidate to unseat Gianni Infantino as FIFA president, according to Politico.

Regional confederations are furious at FIFA's president over an alleged scheme to coerce them into accepting a controversial World Cup commercial rights arrangement.

FIFA has launched formal disciplinary proceedings following a brawl at the World Cup, signaling that the governing body intends to hold those involved accountable.

FIFA has filed disciplinary charges against Argentina following a post-match scuffle and the display of a politically sensitive 'Malvinas' banner at the World Cup.

FIFA has launched an immersive 'Soccer & Technology' exhibit designed to extend the excitement of the World Cup and connect fans with the game's digital future.