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FIFA Faces Backlash Over World Cup Stake Sale Proposal
FIFA is facing significant opposition to its plan to sell a stake in the commercial operations of the World Cup and other competitions to private investors. The proposal, which would create a semi-private subsidiary with a 20% stake for investors, has drawn criticism from UEFA, representing 55 nations, and former FIFA chief Sepp Blatter. UEFA has threatened to boycott FIFA tournaments if the plans proceed. In response to the backlash, FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that "nobody is selling football" and that all member associations would have a chance to consider the plan. A senior FIFA advisor has resigned over the proposal.
How outlets across the spectrum covered it
Left 2 · Centre 3 · Right 2 n = 7
- Left (2): The Hindu, The Wire
- Centre (3): Mint, Telangana Today, The Times of India
- Right (2): Firstpost, Republic World
- International (7): Al Jazeera English, Associated Press, BBC News, Deutsche Welle, France 24, Reuters, The Guardian