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International Football · Thursday, August 27, 2026

UEFA Lifts Its Boycott Threat Against FIFA

European football union abandons potential boycott after receiving guarantees on the 2026 World Cup sales plan.

By Editorial team
UEFA Lifts Its Boycott Threat Against FIFA

UEFA has formally decided to withdraw its threat of boycotting FIFA competitions, following assurances from president Gianni Infantino regarding the definitive abandonment of the 2026 World Cup monetization project. This controversial plan, which aimed to sell the competition's rights to private investors, had triggered strong opposition from European federations. The agreement eases tensions between the global governing body and the national teams qualified for the North American tournament.