UEFA To Boycott Fifa If New Plans Are Approved

European football’s 55 member associations have voted to boycott World Cups if the sport’s governing body proceeds with a plan to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors.

The decision was made at an emergency meeting called to discuss the proposals announced earlier this week by FIFA, which oversees world football.

UEFA, which governs European football, had already made its opposition clear by releasing two damning statements – and that strength of feeling has been reaffirmed.

The boycott would cover all FIFA competitions, including the men’s and women’s World Cups and club world cup, and be triggered if FIFA President Gianni Infantino’s proposals are voted through by member associations.

The first time this stance will be tested at a senior tournament is October, when the women’s world cup play-offs are due to be held.