Concacaf Joins UEFA in Rejecting FIFA's Investment Plan

Concacaf, the governing body for football in North and Central America, has joined UEFA in criticizing FIFA's recent proposal to secure external investment for World Cup development. The confederation voiced significant concerns regarding the plan, particularly its public announcement before comprehensive consultations.

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We are deeply concerned by the lack of due process. We share the disappointment of many in our region and in the sport that this level of detail has been designed and shared publicly before any discussion has taken place with the relevant governing bodies and stakeholders.

In a statement, Concacaf revealed it learned of the plan through media reports and a subsequent press release. The organization expressed "deep concern over the lack of due process" and shared the disappointment felt by many in the region. They lamented that such a detailed plan was designed and shared publicly without prior discussion among relevant FIFA governing bodies and stakeholders.

Echoing sentiments previously expressed by UEFA, Concacaf positioned itself as a custodian of the sport. The confederation stressed that FIFA, its confederations, and member associations collectively bear the responsibility to act in the best interests of football. They asserted that all decisions must be guided by principles of good governance, robust processes, and sustainable long-term administration – the framework within which Concacaf operates.

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Collectively, FIFA, the Confederations and each Member Association have a responsibility to always act in the best interests of the sport.

Concacaf expressed confidence that all members of the FIFA family would adhere to these principles. Member federations within Concacaf were reportedly scheduled to meet on Thursday to further analyze FIFA's proposal, indicating ongoing discussions and potential divisions within the global football community regarding the future direction of the sport's major events.

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Every decision we make must be guided by good governance, robust processes and long-term stewardship. This is the framework within which Concacaf operates.