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FIFA scraps controversial deal to sell stakes in World Cup to private investors

FIFA scraps controversial deal to sell stakes in World Cup to private investors
NPR Business Saturday 01 August 2026, 02:08 UTC By Rafael Nam 1 min read
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FIFA abandoned a plan to create a commercial venture and then sell stakes to minority investors, just days after unveiling it. The plan drew sharp condemnation — and a boycott from European nations.(Image credit: Fabrice Coffrini)

FIFA abandoned a plan to create a commercial venture and then sell stakes to minority investors, just days after unveiling it. The plan drew sharp condemnation — and a boycott from European nations.

(Image credit: Fabrice Coffrini)

[Image text:] FIFA WORLDCUP 2026 LAVOEF CRAWS
FIFA (ORG) World Cup (EVENT) European (ORG) Fabrice Coffrini (PERSON)
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