European nations to boycott World Cup if Fifa goes ahead with investment plan

European football's governing body, UEFA, and its 55 member associations have declared a potential boycott of the World Cup. This strong stance is a direct response to FIFA's controversial plan to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors.

The decision was formalized during an emergency meeting convened to address FIFA's recently announced proposals. UEFA has previously voiced its strong opposition to these plans through official statements, and this collective boycott signifies a unified front against FIFA's commercial strategy.

The proposed boycott would extend to all FIFA competitions, including the prestigious men's and women's World Cups, as well as the Club World Cup. The action would be triggered if FIFA President Gianni Infantino's proposals gain approval from member associations. The first test of this unified opposition could come in October during the Women's World Cup play-offs.