Uefa holds emergency meeting to discuss World Cup boycott of Fifa plan

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Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Uefa holds emergency meeting to discuss World Cup boycott of Fifa plan
Summary

Uefa will meet on Friday to consider a boycott of the World Cup, responding to Gianni Infantino's plan to privatize the tournament. The proposal has prompted widespread backlash from European football stakeholders, including the Football Association and various club organizations. Concerns include a lack of consultation and the unilateral nature of Infantino's decision. Uefa's discussions will also examine potential actions in cooperation with the European Commission, with scrutiny on competition law implications. At the meeting, Uefa may explore using the boycott as leverage against Fifa's privatization efforts.

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  • •Emergency meeting set for 2pm UK time on Friday.
  • •Uefa reacts to Infantino's controversial World Cup privatization plan.
  • •European stakeholders express strong opposition to lack of consultation.
  • •Uefa seeks collaboration with the European Commission for legal challenges.
  • •Boycott discussion recalls previous leverage used during the Ukraine war.
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  • 4:33 PMYahoo Sports — Uefa to discuss boycotting World Cup in emergency meeting after Fifa bombshell
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Gianni Infantino’s controversial plan to sell off the World Cup has been met by fierce criticism

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