# UEFA Threatens FIFA Boycott Over World Cup Sell-Off

- Topic: sports
- Source: Sky Sports
- Published: 2026-07-31
- Original: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/12040/13568527/uefa-to-boycott-fifa-tournaments-qa-why-they-are-doing-can-it-stop-gianni-infantino-and-where-do-other-confederations-stand
- Language: en
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UEFA has announced its intention to boycott FIFA tournaments if plans to sell stakes in the World Cup go ahead. The move comes after an emergency meeting of UEFA members, who overwhelmingly opposed the proposal.

## Key takeaways

- UEFA's 55 member associations voted to boycott FIFA tournaments
- The decision was made after an emergency virtual meeting
- The move is a blow to FIFA president Gianni Infantino's plans

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