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FIFA World Cup 2026 Opening Press Conference

Dutch FA slams FIFA World Cup sale

The Dutch Football (KNVB) has become the latest major governing body to voice its opposition to FIFA president Gianni Infantino's controversial proposal to sell off stakes in the World Cup. The plan, which involves private investors taking ownership in a new commercial subsidiary, has sparked a civil war within the global game.

Infantino offers $40m incentive to FIFA members to back World Cup plan

FIFA president Gianni Infantino has presented member federations with a massive financial incentive to approve his controversial plan to sell stakes in the World Cup. The 211 associations face a strict September 19 deadline to accept the proposal, which has already sparked severe backlash from major European governing bodies.

FIFA aims to sell stakes in major competitions to investors

FIFA has confirmed it is exploring a proposal to create a $20 billion company that would combine commercial rights and event operations across its men's, women's and youth tournaments. The new entity would sell minority stakes to private investors while, FIFA says, leaving control of competitions, governance and the international match calendar with soccer's global governing body.

More PL teams to enter Club World Cup as FIFA strikes new deal

The global football landscape is set for another major shake-up as FIFA moves closer to an expanded 48-team Club World Cup. A landmark joint venture with the European Football Clubs (EFC) lobby group is expected to pave the way for more Premier League heavyweights to join the lucrative competition.

All dates at a glance: DFB schedule ahead of the 2026 World Cup

What lies ahead for the German team in the run-up to the World Cup this summer? SPOX has all the details!

FIFA President Gianni Infantino Attends US Conference Of Mayors In Washington, DC

The World Cup is getting even bigger! FIFA opens door to 66 teams expansion

Football’s biggest stage could be set for its most radical transformation yet, as fresh proposals to expand the 2030 World Cup have returned to the FIFA boardroom. Despite the upcoming 2026 tournament already jumping to 48 nations, governing bodies are now discussing a move to a massive 66-team format.

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