Controversy arises over FIFA's World Cup investment plan and Arsenal's Vinícius interest
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 2:23 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
FIFA's Gianni Infantino proposes a new investment plan to sell commercial rights for approximately $20 billion, sparking backlash from UEFA, UK officials, and Concacaf. The timing of this proposal draws parallels to the European Super League controversy. Meanwhile, Arsenal is considering a move for Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior to bolster their squad, especially after the departure of Leandro Trossard. The Brazilian's contract situation has made him a prominent target for the Gunners. Arsenal's recent signings have strengthened their squad, making a left-winger an obvious priority.
- •FIFA seeks to sell World Cup rights for $20 billion.
- •UEFA and UK officials criticize FIFA's plan.
- •Arsenal eyes Vinícius Júnior as a key signing.
- •Trossard's departure leaves a gap in Arsenal's squad.
- •Arsenal's recent recruitment has focused on strategic upgrades.
- 2:23 PMYahoo Sports — This week’s soccer questions: is this Fifa’s Super League moment and can Arsenal land Vinícius Júnior?
- 2:23 PMThe Guardian Sport — This week’s soccer questions: is this Fifa’s Super League moment and can Arsenal land Vinícius Júnior?
"We look at the controversy around the plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, what the Gunners need to get to the next level and Liverpool’s uncertain summer So $15bn wasn’t enough. That’s the record amount Fifa is estimated to have made from the 2026 World Cup, but Gianni Infantino wants more. Approximately $20bn more through an investment plan that would see soccer’s governing body sell the commercial rights to its tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors. Continue reading...
"We look at the controversy around the plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, what the Gunners need to get to the next level and Liverpool’s uncertain summer
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 29, 2026, 2:23 PMThis week’s soccer questions: is this Fifa’s Super League moment and can Arsenal land Vinícius Júnior?
We look at the controversy around the plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, what the Gunners need to get to the next level and Liverpool’s uncertain summer
- The Guardian SportJul 29, 2026, 2:23 PMThis week’s soccer questions: is this Fifa’s Super League moment and can Arsenal land Vinícius Júnior?
We look at the controversy around the plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, what the Gunners need to get to the next level and Liverpool’s uncertain summer So $15bn wasn’t enough. That’s the record amount Fifa is estimated to have made from the 2026 World Cup, but Gianni Infantino wants more. Approximately $20bn more through an investment plan that would see soccer’s governing body sell the commercial rights to its tournaments, including the World Cup, to private investors. Continue reading...
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