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FIFA abandons plans to sell World Cup profits to private equity following massive pushback

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Global News - Sports · Jul 31, 2026

Infantino’s decision came after his senior adviser who sat on a White House panel resigned and Asia’s soccer body joined Europe and North America in opposing it.

Originally published by Global News - Sports.

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