FIFA's World Cup privatization plan faces collapse as Asia joins continental opposition
FIFA's World Cup privatization plan faces collapse after Asia joined Europe and the Americas in opposition Thursday. The Asian Football Confederation stated the proposal cannot achieve necessary consensus, and combined voting power from three continental bodies blocks the required 50 percent threshold. FIFA, backed by investor Joshua Kushner's group, vowed to proceed with consultations despite unprecedented global football divisions.
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Published 31 Jul 2026, 09:33 UTC · Updated 31 Jul 2026, 09:40 UTC
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