Why did FIFA back down from its decision to sell the World Cup?

01 August, 2026, 10:35 pm

Last modified: 01 August, 2026, 10:40 pm

Why did FIFA back down from its decision to sell the World Cup?

01 August, 2026, 10:35 pm

Last modified: 01 August, 2026, 10:40 pm

Faced with strong protests and strong opposition from football fans around the world, influential European football clubs, professional league authorities and former stars, the highest governing body of football has been forced to completely back down from the much-discussed 'private investment plan'.

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