European Football · Tuesday, September 1, 2026
2026 World Cup Sale Project: Kushner Expresses Regrets
Joshua Kushner, initially considered to acquire stakes in the North American tournament, regrets his involvement in this controversial project.
By Editorial team
Joshua Kushner, American businessman considered as a financial partner for FIFA for the 2026 World Cup, expressed regrets on Monday regarding the tournament's monetization project. The initiative launched by Gianni Infantino, FIFA president, provoked a major backlash within world football. Kushner laments how the operation 'deteriorated'. This project to sell stakes remains one of the biggest scandals surrounding the preparation of the North American World Cup.