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FIFA's Plan to Sell Stakes in $20bn World Cup Business Sparks UEFA Fury

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FIFA's plan to sell stakes in its $20 billion World Cup business has sparked fury from UEFA, with the European football body accusing FIFA of treating football's soul as an asset to trade.

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FIFA's Plan to Sell Stakes in $20bn World Cup Business Sparks UEFA Fury

FIFA's plan to sell stakes in its $20 billion World Cup business has sparked fury from UEFA, with the European football body accusing FIFA of treating football's soul as an asset to trade. According to sources, UEFA is planning to convene an emergency meeting of its 55 member associations to discuss the issue. The meeting is expected to take place before the end of the week, with several European football bodies expressing opposition to FIFA's plan. The plan has sparked widespread criticism, with many accusing FIFA of prioritizing profits over the sport's integrity.

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