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UEFA vice-president Gabriele Gravina has launched a blistering attack on Gianni Infantino over FIFA's proposal to sell a stake in the World Cup to private investors. The former FIGC chief warned that European nations could boycott the tournament as opposition to the $20 billion commercial deal mounts.

Bayern Munich star Michael Olise reflected on a bittersweet World Cup campaign with France after setting an all-time tournament record. Despite etching his name into footballing history with his playmaking exploits, the 24-year-old admitted his personal achievement was overshadowed by heartbreak as Les Bleus fell short of lifting the trophy.

FIFA has issued a firm response to the mounting backlash surrounding its controversial World Cup spin-off proposal, insisting that "nobody is selling football." The governing body claims media reports mischaracterised the plans and reaffirmed its commitment to a democratic process.

FIFA is pushing to raise £3.1 billion by October through a controversial World Cup spin-off venture despite fierce opposition and potential boycott threats from European nations. FIFA president Gianni Infantino is offering member associations an £65 million cash incentive to back the plan, but UEFA and Asian football leaders have expressed deep concern over the unilateral proposal.