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UEFA Calls Meeting to Block Infantino’s $20 Million Stake Sale

7/30/2026

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UEFA called a meeting on Thursday to oppose FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes to investors.
UEFA condemned the proposal, backed by North, Central America and Caribbean Football Confederation (CONCACAF) and Asian Football Confederation (AFC), which represent 143 of 211 members.
Infantino released video calling FIFA Forward Enterprise an “opportunity” and set a 19 September deadline for a $20 million payment, which UEFA warned threatens the payout and shows opposition.

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UEFA called a meeting on Thursday to oppose FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s plan to sell stakes to investors.
UEFA condemned the proposal, backed by North, Central America and Caribbean Football Confederation (CONCACAF) and Asian Football Confederation (AFC), which represent 143 of 211 members.
Infantino released video calling FIFA Forward Enterprise an “opportunity” and set a 19 September deadline for a $20 million payment, which UEFA warned threatens the payout and shows opposition.