European Football · Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Infantino considers private investors for 2026 World Cup
The FIFA president wishes to sell stakes in the competition to private investors to increase revenues.
By Editorial team
According to the Times, Gianni Infantino is exploring the possibility of ceding stakes in the 2026 World Cup to private investors, among them members close to American political circles. This approach would aim to increase the revenues of the event. UEFA immediately expressed its opposition to this project, raising questions about the governance and independence of the global competition.