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Real Madrid praises UEFA after FIFA withdraws commercial rights proposal

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Last updated Aug 2, 2026

Real Madrid praises UEFA after FIFA withdraws commercial rights proposal
Summary

Real Madrid C. F. has reacted positively to FIFA withdrawing its proposal to sell a stake in tournament commercial rights. The club stated that this decision is beneficial for institutions and fans, emphasizing national team tournaments as public assets. Real Madrid also expressed gratitude to UEFA and various confederations for their united stance against the proposal. Consistent with their previous positions, the club reiterated opposition to the CVC fund deal with LaLiga, warning that such agreements could set a troubling precedent for financing in sports.

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Key Details
  • •Real Madrid supports FIFA's withdrawal of the commercial rights proposal.
  • •The club thanks UEFA for their united response.
  • •Madrid reiterates opposition to the CVC fund deal with LaLiga.
  • •The club views national tournaments as public assets, not financial ones.
  • •Concerns raised about long-term financial commitments in sports.
Latest Updates
  • 6:31 PMESPN Soccer — Real Madrid thank UEFA for 'protecting football'
  • 2:07 PMYahoo Sports — 👀Real Madrid takes a swipe at FIFA and thanks UEFA
What they're saying
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Real Madrid C. F. viewed FIFA’s decision to withdraw the proposal to sell a percentage of the commercial rights to its tournaments to private investors very positively, calling it excellent news for...

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Real Madrid have praised UEFA for helping protect football "at a decisive moment" after FIFA abandoned plans to sell stakes in a World Cup company to private investors.

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