CONCACAF joins UEFA in rejecting FIFA's private sector ownership plan
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:42 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
On July 30, 2026, CONCACAF announced its unanimous rejection of FIFA's initiative to allow private sector ownership of World Cup stakes. This decision follows a similar stance taken by UEFA, amidst concerns regarding due process and governance. The CONCACAF statement highlighted discontent with the proposal's rushed timeline and lack of adequate review by FIFA's governing bodies. The fate of FIFA's plan remains uncertain as other confederations, including CAF, AFC, and CONMEBOL, have yet to publicly state their positions.
- •CONCACAF rejected FIFA's proposal in an emergency meeting on July 30, 2026.
- •The decision was unanimous across CONCACAF's 41 member associations.
- •Concerns centered on governance, due process, and the proposal's tight deadline.
- •UEFA had previously issued a harsh critique and threatened to boycott the proposal.
- •Positions from CAF, AFC, and CONMEBOL are still pending public announcement.
- 8:42 AMYahoo Sports — 🚨 The revolt goes on: a third confederation rejects FIFA's plan!
- 7:38 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 Backlash grows: a second confederation rejects FIFA plan
"Another setback for FIFA and Infantino.Just hours after announcing its intention to "continue the process" of FFE, aimed at selling stakes in the World Cup to private investors, FIFA has suffered anot...
"The plan to open up World Cup ownership to the private sector is turning into a political deadlock for FIFA.After UEFA’s scathing attack and boycott threat, CONCACAF (North America, Central America,...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 8:42 AM🚨 The revolt goes on: a third confederation rejects FIFA's plan!
Another setback for FIFA and Infantino.Just hours after announcing its intention to "continue the process" of FFE, aimed at selling stakes in the World Cup to private investors, FIFA has suffered anot...
- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 7:38 PM🚨 Backlash grows: a second confederation rejects FIFA plan
The plan to open up World Cup ownership to the private sector is turning into a political deadlock for FIFA.After UEFA’s scathing attack and boycott threat, CONCACAF (North America, Central America,...
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