Concacaf joins criticism of Fifa plan to sell off World Cup stakes to private investors
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Concacaf has joined Uefa in criticizing Fifa's plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors, citing concerns about governance and due process. The plan, which involves selling stakes in a new commercial entity valued at $20bn, has been met with widespread criticism from stakeholders. Fifa has given its 211 member associations a deadline of 19 September to decide whether to sign up to the proposed sale.
- ▪Concacaf was unaware of Fifa's plans to sell off World Cup stakes to private investors until reading about it in the media.
- ▪The proposed sale involves a new commercial entity valued at $20bn, with US company Thrive Eternal engaged to lead the investor group.
- ▪Fifa's member associations have been given a deadline of 19 September to decide whether to sign up to the proposed sale, which would entitle them to an initial payment of around $20m.
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Gianni Infantino with the World Cup during a press conference in Mexico last month. Photograph: Eduardo Verdugo/APView image in fullscreenGianni Infantino with the World Cup during a press conference in Mexico last month. Photograph: Eduardo Verdugo/APFifaConcacaf joins criticism of Fifa plan to sell off World Cup stakes to private investorsAssociation was unaware of Infantino’s plansMembers given 19 September deadline to endorse moveMatt Hughes and Nick AmesWed 29 Jul 2026 04.00 EDTLast modified on Wed 29 Jul 2026 04.13 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleConcacaf has joined Uefa in criticising Fifa’s plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup to private investors.In a strongly worded statement the Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football expressed deep…
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