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UEFA Discussing Boycotting the FIFA World Cup

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LcFc_Smiv

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I think as others have said, UEFAs boycott is all well and good four years out. FIFAs doubling down this morning will eventually lead to money talking and everyone will be on board with more money in their pockets and a 64 team world cup to boot.

Lionator

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So fifa needs 106 associations to reject it for it not to progress. 96 have so far (UEFA & CONCACAF), there are 10 South American countries so even if the African and Asian countries are happy with it (though I can’t imagine the likes of Japan and China would happy selling football off to Americans), then it is off. So it hinges on South America really. 

LCFCCHRIS

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Go and have your own world cup with whoever is left after this you slimy lizard looking f*ck. The writing was on the wall long before his gimmicky little arse licking FIFA peace prize gifted to a warmonger. 

I hope he loses his presidency and power asap, then he is free to go and run baseball or some shit because we don't want American corruption involved. 

 

I'd be fine with just the euros over selling the future of football to the Trump family. 

ramboacdc

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AFC now not backing it. That oceania, Africa and South America the only ones left now? 

 

https://www.the-afc.com/en/more/afc_news.html/news/afc-stands-in-solidarity-with-uefa-and-concacaf-to-protect-the-fifa-world-cup

 

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has observed with deep concern the developments of recent days relating to the proposed establishment of FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) and the uncertainty that has emerged across the global football community.
The AFC stands in solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF in expressing serious concerns over FIFA’s proposal to introduce private investment into FIFA's flagship competitions and the decision-making process around FFE. The fact that the situation has reached the point where the real possibility of a FIFA World Cup boycott has entered public discourse should concern everyone who cares about the future of our game. Football should never have been placed in such a position.
 
Against this backdrop, and in light of the clear positions expressed by UEFA and CONCACAF, as well as the unprecedented divisions that have emerged across the football world, the AFC believes that the proposed FFE cannot realistically achieve the necessary broad consensus and unity required to move forward. The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of global football and derives its strength from the participation of all Confederations and the world’s leading football nations. Any proposal that risks undermining the unity and universal character of the competition must be reconsidered.
 
While the immediate debate centres on FFE, the AFC considers this issue extends far beyond a single proposal. Rather, it has exposed fundamental weaknesses in FIFA’s consultation and decision-making processes that must now be addressed. While the AFC notes FIFA’s latest clarification on the proposal, the central concerns surrounding governance, institutional process and meaningful consultation remain unanswered.
 
A proposal of such significance, with the potential to affect the commercial, sporting and strategic future of world football, must not emerge through processes that leave Confederations, Member Associations (MAs) and even FIFA’s own governing bodies, including the FIFA Council, feeling sidelined. The primary objective for world football must be to ensure that decisions of such magnitude are being developed through processes that are anchored on transparency and command the confidence of the football community.
 
This is not the first occasion where major stakeholders have been confronted with significant initiatives after the direction of travel appears to have already been determined. Such an approach undermines confidence in FIFA’s governance framework and diminishes the authority of its statutory bodies. No subsequent consultation process, however well intentioned, can replace early engagement with the appropriate FIFA bodies and the football family.
 
The AFC believes this moment must become a catalyst for strengthening institutional reform. While every FIFA MA must have the opportunity to consider and determine proposals affecting the future of world football, meaningful democracy is not measured solely by the opportunity to vote. It begins with transparent governance, timely consultation, informed deliberation and genuine participation throughout the decision-making process.
 
Accordingly, the AFC calls upon FIFA to undertake an urgent review of its governance and decision-making framework to ensure that proposals of global significance are developed through proper consultation, meaningful engagement and appropriate oversight by FIFA’s statutory bodies.
 
The FIFA World Cup, and the game itself, belong to the entire global football family. Their future must always be shaped collectively, through institutions that reflect the voices of all Confederations and MAs
Lionator

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2 minutes ago, ramboacdc said:

AFC now not backing it. That oceania, Africa and South America the only ones left now? 

 

https://www.the-afc.com/en/more/afc_news.html/news/afc-stands-in-solidarity-with-uefa-and-concacaf-to-protect-the-fifa-world-cup

 

Kuala Lumpur: The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has observed with deep concern the developments of recent days relating to the proposed establishment of FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) and the uncertainty that has emerged across the global football community.
The AFC stands in solidarity with UEFA and CONCACAF in expressing serious concerns over FIFA’s proposal to introduce private investment into FIFA's flagship competitions and the decision-making process around FFE. The fact that the situation has reached the point where the real possibility of a FIFA World Cup boycott has entered public discourse should concern everyone who cares about the future of our game. Football should never have been placed in such a position.
 
Against this backdrop, and in light of the clear positions expressed by UEFA and CONCACAF, as well as the unprecedented divisions that have emerged across the football world, the AFC believes that the proposed FFE cannot realistically achieve the necessary broad consensus and unity required to move forward. The FIFA World Cup is the pinnacle of global football and derives its strength from the participation of all Confederations and the world’s leading football nations. Any proposal that risks undermining the unity and universal character of the competition must be reconsidered.
 
While the immediate debate centres on FFE, the AFC considers this issue extends far beyond a single proposal. Rather, it has exposed fundamental weaknesses in FIFA’s consultation and decision-making processes that must now be addressed. While the AFC notes FIFA’s latest clarification on the proposal, the central concerns surrounding governance, institutional process and meaningful consultation remain unanswered.
 
A proposal of such significance, with the potential to affect the commercial, sporting and strategic future of world football, must not emerge through processes that leave Confederations, Member Associations (MAs) and even FIFA’s own governing bodies, including the FIFA Council, feeling sidelined. The primary objective for world football must be to ensure that decisions of such magnitude are being developed through processes that are anchored on transparency and command the confidence of the football community.
 
This is not the first occasion where major stakeholders have been confronted with significant initiatives after the direction of travel appears to have already been determined. Such an approach undermines confidence in FIFA’s governance framework and diminishes the authority of its statutory bodies. No subsequent consultation process, however well intentioned, can replace early engagement with the appropriate FIFA bodies and the football family.
 
The AFC believes this moment must become a catalyst for strengthening institutional reform. While every FIFA MA must have the opportunity to consider and determine proposals affecting the future of world football, meaningful democracy is not measured solely by the opportunity to vote. It begins with transparent governance, timely consultation, informed deliberation and genuine participation throughout the decision-making process.
 
Accordingly, the AFC calls upon FIFA to undertake an urgent review of its governance and decision-making framework to ensure that proposals of global significance are developed through proper consultation, meaningful engagement and appropriate oversight by FIFA’s statutory bodies.
 
The FIFA World Cup, and the game itself, belong to the entire global football family. Their future must always be shaped collectively, through institutions that reflect the voices of all Confederations and MAs

That’s basically it, it won’t pass a motion so it’s dead in the water thank god. Funny that the countries in the confederations which would benefit the most (USA, Middle East) have both turned it down. Just shows it’s about individual corruption. 

CosbehFox

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2 hours ago, LcFc_Smiv said:

I think as others have said, UEFAs boycott is all well and good four years out. FIFAs doubling down this morning will eventually lead to money talking and everyone will be on board with more money in their pockets and a 64 team world cup to boot.

It's all FIFA tournaments. 

 

Womens World Cup and Under 20s World Cup are fairly soon. World Club Cup too. 

 

They might seem smaller fry but they are very much still financially big to FIFA with the TV deals around the Womens World Cup fairly decent now. 

davieG

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 30th, 2026
Statement Regarding the Proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise
The US Virgin Islands Soccer Federation (USVISF) supports the positions expressed by Concacaf and the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) regarding the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise. We believe that matters of this significance should be considered through FIFA's established governance structures, guided by transparency, meaningful consultation with Member Associations, and the principles of good governance.
As the governing body for football in the U.S. Virgin Islands, we recognize that our responsibility extends beyond today's decisions. We are stewards of the game, entrusted with protecting its integrity and ensuring that the choices we make today strengthen football for future generations.
Innovation and new opportunities are essential to the continued growth of our sport. At the same time, proposals that could have long-term implications for the future of football deserve thoughtful evaluation through robust governance processes that allow Member Associations to fully understand their impact and contribute to the discussion.
Football's greatest value is not measured solely by its commercial potential, but by the opportunities it creates for players, clubs, coaches, referees, volunteers, supporters, and communities around the world. As stewards of the game, we believe these values must remain at the heart of every decision affecting the future of our sport.
The USVISF remains committed to supporting a transparent and inclusive governance process, upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability, and working alongside FIFA, Concacaf, CFU, and fellow Member Associations to ensure that decisions are made in the best long-term interests of football.
Finnegan

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30 minutes ago, Miquel The Work Geordie said:

UEFA's stance is the strongest and most unequivocal. AFC and CONCACAF are a bit finger waggy but don't really threaten any action – they're telling FIFA they're not angry, just disappointed.

 

Also, as far as I'm aware, the regional governing bodies don't vote on behalf of all their members? This isn't an Electoral College situation. 

 

Just because UEFA's leadership is against and the majority of UEFA members have threatened to boycott, it doesn't mean all 55 members will definitely vote against. 

 

The same for AFC and CONCACAF. 

 

Infantino just needs any majority and he's literally offering to pay for votes in a way that would be straight up illegal in any developed Western democracy. There'll still be plenty of Associations that will vote yes either because they're small enough that the money he's offering will be honestly and innocently game changing for their national sport or because their leadership is corrupt as **** and will take the bribe. 

 

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RoboFox

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1 minute ago, ramboacdc said:

Sky saying one of his senior folks has now resigned. 

 

 

"Today I feel lonely"

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StanSP

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2 hours ago, davieG said:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 30th, 2026
Statement Regarding the Proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise
The US Virgin Islands Soccer Federation (USVISF) supports the positions expressed by Concacaf and the Caribbean Football Union (CFU) regarding the proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise. We believe that matters of this significance should be considered through FIFA's established governance structures, guided by transparency, meaningful consultation with Member Associations, and the principles of good governance.
As the governing body for football in the U.S. Virgin Islands, we recognize that our responsibility extends beyond today's decisions. We are stewards of the game, entrusted with protecting its integrity and ensuring that the choices we make today strengthen football for future generations.
Innovation and new opportunities are essential to the continued growth of our sport. At the same time, proposals that could have long-term implications for the future of football deserve thoughtful evaluation through robust governance processes that allow Member Associations to fully understand their impact and contribute to the discussion.
Football's greatest value is not measured solely by its commercial potential, but by the opportunities it creates for players, clubs, coaches, referees, volunteers, supporters, and communities around the world. As stewards of the game, we believe these values must remain at the heart of every decision affecting the future of our sport.
The USVISF remains committed to supporting a transparent and inclusive governance process, upholding the highest standards of integrity and accountability, and working alongside FIFA, Concacaf, CFU, and fellow Member Associations to ensure that decisions are made in the best long-term interests of football.

This is the one I've been waiting for. I'm glad they've spoken out.

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KingsX

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On 07/07/2026 at 10:10, KingsX said:

Infantino is perfect for FIFA.  A cross between a Swiss banker and an Italian mobster.

 

It's one country, one vote, and he's already secured re-election with the unanimous voting intentions of the African (50-some votes) and other confederations.

 

A lot of that will be distributed to the national football bodies of the third world, and if you don't believe much of that is going straight into the pockets (and Swiss bank accounts) of the connected few , I have a bridge to sell you.  Sure, some pitches will be built and some boots purchased.  But it's about enriching a few insiders, and it has been for a long, long time. 

 

UEFA is the only countervailing power, and I think we all know useful "Europe" is at coordinating action and projecting power.

 

Never have I been so happy to have been proved wrong. Well done, UEFA. Stick to your guns and actively organize 2027 and 2030 WC boycotts. No other response will flex enough muscle.

 

This will be an everlasting fight even if Infantino can be forced out. 

davieG

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1 hour ago, StanSP said:

This is the one I've been waiting for. I'm glad they've spoken out.

Aye, but one that could easily have gone with it for the money.

KingsX

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Arsene Wenger holds the post of FIFA's Chief of Global Football Development. If he doesn’t resign over this, his reputation should never recover.

davieG

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Fifa executive joins Burnham in questioning Infantino
 

ByAlex Brotherton
BBC Sport journalist
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31 July 2026, 17:12 BST

Fifa president Gianni Infantino's position came under further scrutiny on Friday as the governing body's chief operating officer strongly criticised his plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors.

In a statement released to the Associated Press, Kevin Lamour described the controversial plans as "the project of one person" and said "the time has now come for football political leaders to ask themselves the right questions and make the right decisions".

The lengthy statement did not mention Infantino by name.

It came on the same day a third confederation spoke out against the plans, a senior adviser to Infantino resigned, and Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the Swiss was "the wrong man" to lead Fifa.

US President Donald Trump - addressing the proposals for the first time - said he had not spoken to Infantino about the plans.

The two have developed a close relationship since Trump assumed office for a second time in 2025.

Lamour said in his statement: "Our mission - the mission of the hundreds of passionate, dedicated, and exemplary Fifa employees - is to serve football.

"A president must bring people together, unite them, and inspire them. Today, we are experiencing the opposite."

Lamour acknowledged he had a duty of loyalty to his employer but also to "certain values" and supporting his colleagues.

"If that means I lose my job, then so be it," he added. "I will understand and respect that decision. At least I'll sleep well tonight."

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Jattdogg

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Infantino needs to resign over this but he won't because he has 0 morals, 0 professionalism and everything is me, me, me, I, I, trump, me ,me, me me.

 

Fuk right off you ****. Needs a solid studs up challenge.

RoboFox

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Reuters reporting FIFA have backed down. 

 

Next, remove that rat **** at all costs because he will try something again.

 

And then reform FIFA. Absolutely fvcking nuke it from orbit.


Unimaginable damage done to the authority of FIFA who essentially mean fvck all without the support of governing bodies. 
 

So satisfying.

 

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davieG

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1 hour ago, Lionator said:

If Infantino goes, the head of FIFA will likely be a Middle Eastern sheikh so it’s hardly gonna get better. 

Yeah not great but i doubt they'll need to be chasing personal wealth or have an infantile ego as they'll already be rich and a prince/potentate/supreme ruler or whatever Infantino thinks he is.

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CosbehFox

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The Times journalist Martin Ziegler deserves major credit for this. Incredible effort. The latest article today is incredible suggests Infantino was planning this months ago and privately boasting to people during the World Cup about it. Even though it was confidential, his ego couldn't stop him saying anything. 

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