AFC backs UEFA and CONCACAF who plan boycott over FIFA World Cup proposals
Summary
The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) supports UEFA and CONCACAF in opposing FIFA’s plan to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors. While UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA events if the plan continues, AFC expressed concern but did not call for a boycott, urging better communication and reform from FIFA.Key Facts
- AFC stands with UEFA and CONCACAF against FIFA’s plan to create a $20 billion commercial company to run the World Cup.
- UEFA voted to boycott all FIFA events unless the plan is canceled.
- CONCACAF also opposes the proposal.
- AFC says the World Cup’s strength comes from all football regions participating together.
- AFC’s president called the way the plan was introduced “totally unacceptable.”
- The AFC criticized FIFA’s president, Gianni Infantino, for weak decision-making and poor consultation.
- FIFA asked national associations to review and comment on the proposal.
- AFC says true democracy in FIFA means clear governance, timely talks, informed decisions, and real involvement.
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