Uefa's 55 associations threaten boycott over World Cup sale plans
BBC Football • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 7:48 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026

UEFA’s 55 member associations have issued a threat to boycott all FIFA competitions if President Gianni Infantino proceeds with plans to sell ownership stakes in the World Cup and other tournaments. This declaration reinforces UEFA's stance that the World Cup is 'not for sale'. The situation has triggered reactions from home nations and CONCACAF. Upcoming competitions, such as the U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland, could be impacted, which starts in five weeks and features an England team that has already qualified. UEFA vice-president Laura McAllister highlighted the significance of the decision during discussions surrounding the vote.
- •UEFA threatens a full FIFA boycott over ownership sale plans.
- •Gianni Infantino's proposal to sell World Cup stakes faces opposition.
- •Home nations and CONCACAF have reacted strongly to UEFA's statement.
- •The U20 Women’s World Cup in Poland starts in five weeks.
- •UEFA's assertion emphasizes that the World Cup is 'not for sale'.
- 7:48 PMBBC Football — Uefa threatens full Fifa boycott over World Cup sale plans
"UEFA’s 55 associations threaten a full FIFA boycott over plans to sell the World Cup.
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