Real Madrid praises FIFA's decision to abandon commercial rights sale

Real Madrid issued a statement welcoming FIFA’s decision to scrap its proposal for a partial sale of commercial rights tied to its competitions. The club emphasized the importance of clubs in football and thanked organizations that stood against the plan. This proposal, which faced wide criticism from various football bodies, aimed to sell a stake in FIFA’s commercial operations without adequate consultation. The backlash from UEFA and other confederations ultimately prompted FIFA to withdraw the plan, recognizing the widespread opposition. Real Madrid also reiterated its opposition to La Liga's deal with CVC, reinforcing their stance on protecting football revenues for clubs.

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