UEFA maintains FIFA boycott, cites unmet conditions for participation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 6:03 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
UEFA confirmed its boycott of FIFA competitions, including World Cups, following an emergency meeting of its 55 member federations on July 30. The confederation remains unsatisfied with FIFA's response to demands, particularly regarding the withdrawal of controversial proposals to sell shares of the World Cup. FIFA president Gianni Infantino is facing increased calls for his resignation, despite support from some federations in Africa and Asia. The upcoming U-20 Women's World Cup in Poland is set to begin on September 5, with six European teams still amidst uncertainty regarding their participation due to the ongoing boycott discussions.
- •UEFA voted unanimously to boycott FIFA competitions on July 30.
- •Infantino's controversial proposals have not been withdrawn as required.
- •Calls for Infantino's resignation are growing among some European federations.
- •The U-20 Women’s World Cup begins September 5 in Poland.
- •Six European nations are currently in doubt about their participation.
- 6:03 PMYahoo Sports — Europe Still Plans to Boycott World Cups, UEFA Says
"Six European teams face uncertainty ahead of the U-20 Women’s World Cup.
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