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European Football · Tuesday, September 1, 2026

World Cup Privatization: Joshua Kushner Distances Himself

The American investor close to Trump revisits the controversial monetization project for the 2026 tournament.

By Editorial team
World Cup Privatization: Joshua Kushner Distances Himself

Joshua Kushner, the primary financial backer of the failed World Cup privatization project, has broken his silence on this controversy. The American businessman claims that his investment group was unaware of the complexities of the professional football sector. This project, involving Gianni Infantino, aimed to transform the economic model of the 2026 tournament hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. The plan ultimately failed in the face of international resistance.