The Latest Breaking News from UEFA Champions League

FIFA, Infantino Double Down on World Cup Plan Despite Imminent Boycott Threat

Major global backlash has not yet convinced FIFA to back down.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 31

Has the World Cup been boycotted before?

Uefa has threatened to boycott all Fifa competitions over a plan to sell off stakes in the World Cup

The Independent UK · Jul 31

Jurrien Timber injury timeline as frustrating Arsenal return wait goes on

Gunners have mostly been without first-choice right-back since March

Evening Standard · Jul 31

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso joins the debate as FIFA's commercialisation plan sparks concerns over football's future

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has opposed FIFA's plan for private investment in the World Cup. He said football should remain accessible to fans, and not become commercial asset. UEFA has also resisted the proposal, fearing financial returns will overshadow the sport's interests.

The Economic Times · Jul 31

FIFA insists it will proceed with private investor plan proposal despite UEFA boycott threat

FIFA vowed on Friday to press ahead with an "open and democratic" consultation on a proposed private investment plan, despite widespread opposition to the proposal.

Euronews · Jul 31

Fifa hits back after Uefa threatens World Cup boycott: ‘Nobody is selling football’

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The Independent UK · Jul 31

UEFA vows FIFA World Cup boycott over private investor plan

UEFA has announced its opposition to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's plan to open the World Cup's commercial rights to private investors. At an emergency meeting, UEFA's 55 member associations unanimously voted to withdraw from the World Cup should the reform be adopted.

France 24 · Jul 31

FIFA to continue talks on $20 billion investment plan amid UEFA backlash

FIFA will continue consultations on private investment for its tournaments. Europe's football federation threatened a boycott over the proposed plan. Other confederations also issued strong rebukes against the proposal. FIFA stated it would not proceed without majority member association support. The organization aims to secure external investment for its events.

The Economic Times · Jul 31

FIFA vows to push ahead with World Cup sale consultation despite UEFA boycott threat

‘Our planned consultation process was disrupted by incorrect media reports’ - FIFA statement

Evening Standard · Jul 31

Football Australia and Fifa’s controversial World Cup sell-off plans – explained

FA is yet to formalise a position after being advised by the Asian Football Confederation to await further details

The Guardian - AU · Jul 31